Key Takeaways:

• The arrest disrupted BigXthaPlug’s album rollout, forcing him to cancel key promotional occasions.
• His lawyer known as the costs exaggerated, and the rapper has not publicly addressed the incident.
• BigX’s new album, I Hope You’re 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 prices 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 car and directed officers to its location.

Authorities claimed {that a} prison 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 Happy. He was anticipated at a launch celebration in Deep Ellum and one other promotional occasion at a Dallas-area Wingstop. Wingstop later issued an announcement confirming the cancellation, citing “unforeseen circumstances.” “The event will not take place as planned,” the chain added. “Wingstop remains committed to bringing late-night flavor and culture to our fans in the future.”

I Hope You’re Happy options visitor appearances from distinguished nation and crossover acts, together with Luke Combs, Darius Rucker, Shaboozey, and Jelly Roll. It follows BigX’s 2024 LP, Take Care, which lately achieved platinum standing.

Upon his launch, Landum didn’t handle the costs and as a substitute directed questions towards his music. His lawyer, Valerie Baston, characterised the case as exaggerated.

“We’re going to wait to see the affidavit,” she instructed reporters. “It’s two misdemeanors, and people are trying to make it a felony. We’ll work vigorously for our client.”

This will not be the primary time the rapper has confronted authorized points. He was beforehand arrested on drug and weapons prices in 2022.