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Key Takeaways:
- The arrest disrupted BigXthaPlug’s album rollout, forcing him to cancel key promotional occasions.
- His lawyer known as the fees exaggerated, and the rapper has not publicly addressed the incident.
- BigX’s new album, I Hope You’re Completely happy, was launched on Friday (Aug. 22) with options from Jelly Roll, Shaboozey, and extra.
BigXthaPlug (born Xavier Landum) was launched from custody following an arrest on drug and firearm fees the night time earlier than the launch of his newest album. He walked out of Dallas County Jail late Friday (Aug. 22) after posting a $5,000 bond.
As revealed by CBS, the incident started Thursday (Aug. 21), when officers pulled over a pickup truck lacking a entrance license plate. BigX, who was behind the wheel, allegedly acknowledged having a firearm contained in the automobile and directed officers to its location.
Authorities claimed {that a} legal database flagged the rapper as being related to a gang in Arlington, which made his possession of the weapon illegal. Officers additionally reported discovering a small quantity of marijuana. The rapper was booked on two misdemeanor counts.
The timing of the arrest compelled BigXthaPlug to overlook scheduled appearances tied to his new album, I Hope You’re Completely happy. He was anticipated at a launch celebration in Deep Ellum and one other promotional occasion at a Dallas-area Wingstop. Wingstop later issued a press release confirming the cancellation, citing “unexpected circumstances.” “The occasion won’t happen as deliberate,” the chain added. “Wingstop stays dedicated to bringing late-night taste and tradition to our followers sooner or later.”
I Hope You’re Completely happy options visitor appearances from outstanding nation and crossover acts, together with Luke Combs, Darius Rucker, Shaboozey, and Jelly Roll. It follows BigX’s 2024 LP, Take Care, which just lately achieved platinum standing.
Upon his launch, Landum didn’t deal with the fees and as an alternative directed questions towards his music. His lawyer, Valerie Baston, characterised the case as exaggerated.
“We’re going to attend to see the affidavit,” she advised reporters. “It’s two misdemeanors, and persons are attempting to make it a felony. We’ll work vigorously for our shopper.”
This isn’t the primary time the rapper has confronted authorized points. He was beforehand arrested on drug and weapons fees in 2022.