Though it’s been 19 years since the death of the Notorious B.I.G, fans will soon be able to get to see the rapper on tour — sort of.
ARHT Media, a holographic technology company, has secured the rights Biggie’s “HumaGram.” Both Faith Evans, widow of Biggie and Voletta Wallace, mother of the late rapper have given their blessings.
“This project has been a long-time coming, and it is very special to me. Words can’t even capture how elated I am for the world to finally see my son again on stage and beyond,” said Ms. Wallace in a statement. “Christopher’s impact and legacy will not only live through his past work, but also the new experiences which have been made possible through ARHT Media.”
The hologram will move and act like Biggie did, through an immersive 3D interactive experience.
Biggie will make his first holographic appearance in an upcoming music video alongside his Evans, according to Billboard. Evans has confirmed that her King And I album featuring her late husband, is in its final stages.
“We are very proud to be working with Faith Evans, Ms. Wallace & Bystorm Entertainment, and are privileged to be working with one of the greatest rappers of all time,” ARHT Media founder and chairman Rene Bharti states. “Notorious B.I.G. is as prevalent as ever, and we believe that there is a huge opportunity to place his Humagram in a variety of shows and other opportunities. We are very excited to enter the entertainment space with such an icon as Notorious B.I.G.”
Though Diddy has yet to confirm if the hologram will in fact make an appearance at the Bad Boy Reunion concert at Barclays Center, we wouldn’t be surprised if Biggie made a 3D appearance.