E-40 Celebrates 30th Anniversary With Bay Area Classics At NPR Tiny Desk

E-40 celebrated the 30th anniversary of his sophomore album, In A Major Way, with a dynamic 26-minute performance at NPR's Tiny Desk Concert, featuring 11 classic songs that highlight his influential Bay Area hyphy movement legacy. Backed by his eight-piece band, the Soul Slapperz, E-40 delivered hits such as "Tell Me When to Go," "Snap Yo Fingers," and "U and Dat," captivating both longtime fans and introducing his music to a new generation. The concert kicked off NPR's Black Music Month, which spotlights landmark album anniversaries by influential Black artists, including Keyshia Cole, Wiz Khalifa, and Amerie. E-40 also showcased his entrepreneurial ventures, including his wine and cocktail brands, during the performance. NPR producer Bobby Carter emphasized the importance of celebrating these icons who, while sometimes underrepresented in mainstream pop culture, are central to Black culture. The event underscores E-40's longevity and continued relevance in the music industry as he thrives and strives after more than three decades.