The Story
Artist Presale: February 24 @ 10:00 AM PT MRG Presale: February 25 @ 10:00 AM PT Spotify Presale: February 26 @ 10:00 AM PT On Sale: February 27 @ 09:00 AM PT PawPaw Rod Picture Day VIP Package includes: - One general admission ticket - Early entry into venue - Exclusive meet & greet with PawPaw Rod - Its Picture Day: personal polaroid photograph with PawPaw Rod - Specially designed PawPaw Rod tote bag - Custom Picture Day slip mat - Official meet & greet VIP laminate and lanyard, autographed by PawPaw Rod - Priority merchandise shopping PawPawRod, the Hawaii-born, Oklahoma-raised rapper and singer, discovered his passion for music and writing during his upbringing as a military brat. Moving frequently, he found solace in the familiar sounds of his favorite records. When speaking on his artistry, he explains that during his formative years in Norman, OK, There was an absence of a dominant or regional sound, especially for black artists. This afforded me the freedom to pull from everything, crucially shaping my music today, a credit I attribute to my childhood experiences of moving around various cultures and tribes. PawPaw Rod grew up on a steady diet of Maxwell, Prince, The Gap Band, and Bill Withers. He first caught the performance bug singing in church, sharing that ever since that first time singing on stage, I knew I would forever be on a journey of chasing that feeling. PawPaw Rod released his explosive debut single, "HIT EM WHERE IT HURTS," in 2020, seamlessly merging hip-hop, 60s soul, funk, and alternative. Across four EPsA PawPaw Rod EP(2021), Another PawPaw Rod EP(2022),This Must Be a PawPaw EP(2023), and Doobie Mouth(2024)Rod has cultivated a catalog that has now surpassed 200M streams and drawn critical praise from outlets like Complex, FADER, GQ, Nylon, and Rolling Stone. His 2024 project Doobie Mouth arrived ahead of his first North American headline tour. As a live performer, Rod has appeared on some of the biggest festival stages including Lollapalooza, Lightning in a Bottle, Austin City Limits, and Coachellawhere he joined Neil Frances in 2024 and Polo & Pan in 2025. Rods music has resonated across screens, featured in shows like Netflix's Outer Banks, Apple TV+s Platonic, and HBO's Insecure, as well as major campaigns for Apple and Nike. In 2024, he was one of the faces of GAPs global Give Your Gift holiday campaign, appearing in stores and on billboards worldwide. His music has also reached fans through syncs in MLB The Show and Fortnite Radio. Have an MRG Credit/Gift Card? Redeem for tickets
What to Expect
Enjoy an electrifying concert featuring PawPaw Rod, complete with a VIP experience.
Packing Checklist
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible via main entrance
Is This For You?
Perfect for music lovers looking for an engaging concert experience.
Highlights
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Exclusive meet & greet with PawPaw Rod
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Personal polaroid photograph
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Priority merchandise shopping
The Vibe
“Expect an energetic crowd and a lively atmosphere at this performance.”