Pop superstar Tate McRae captivated fans during a vibrant release event for her latest album, “So Close to What,” at the Kia Forum in Inglewood on Thursday night. The celebration transformed the venue’s parking lot into a fan paradise, featuring interactive activities, photo opportunities, outfit displays, and food trucks, all enhanced by sponsorships from American Express, Adidas, and Neutrogena.
Fans, many dressed in attire inspired by McRae’s style, eagerly purchased tickets for just $8 through Ticketmaster, with all proceeds going to FireAid to benefit wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles. For those unable to attend in person, the event was streamed live on TikTok, allowing fans from far and wide to join in the festivities.
As the clock struck 9 p.m. and her new album dropped, McRae took the stage and kicked off the performance with her recent hit “Sports Car” and her emotional track “It’s OK I’m OK.” The atmosphere was electric, with dynamic lighting from cranes surrounding the stage, and McRae enthusiastically greeted her audience.
During the event, she debuted multiple new songs, including “Revolving Door,” which she revealed would have a music video released that very night. The album explores themes of rekindled love, hinting at her romance with rapper The Kid LAROI, who is featured on the project. She shared a heartfelt Instagram post with him to commemorate the album release, using hashtags like “#proud and #boyfriend.”
McRae’s setlist included fan favorites such as “Dear God,” “bloodonmyhands,” “Greenlight,” “You Broke Me First,” and “2 hands,” culminating in a powerful performance of her hit track “Greedy.”
Looking ahead, McRae is set to embark on her highly anticipated “Miss Possessive” tour, which is already sold out and spans 57 dates, starting from Mexico City on March 18. The tour will take her to major cities around the globe, including São Paulo, London, Amsterdam, and Prague, before concluding with a grand finale at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles in November. For those interested in tour details, further information can be found on her official website.
This event not only showcased McRae’s artistic growth but also her commitment to social causes, making for an inspiring night filled with music and community spirit.