Juice WRLD death: Posthumous album The Party Never Ends set to be released ahead of Fortnite tribute concert
Juice WRLD's posthumous album is set to be released on Friday, ahead of a special tribute concert in Fortnite.
In an exciting virtual event within the popular battle royale game, fans will be able to attend a special in-game concert, celebrating the release of the album, The Party Never Ends.
The event, part of Fortnite's Chapter 2 Remix on Saturday (November 30), will feature the world premiere of Juice WRLD’s new track "Empty Out Your Pockets." Alongside Juice, the concert will also feature performances from Eminem, Snoop Dogg, and Ice Spice, with Epic Games describing the event as a unique connection of "dreamscapes" from all four artists.
Juice WRLD, whose real name was Jarad Higgins, tragically died in 2019 at the age of 21 due to an accidental overdose. Reflecting on the event, his mother Carmela Wallace said: “Jarad always loved to play Fortnite – it was more than just entertainment for him, it was a way to connect with others.
“From a young age, video games were a part of how he bonded with friends and family, and being in Fortnite is an incredible tribute to that connection. I know he would be overjoyed to see how his love for games continues to bring people together across different spaces, just like his music does.”
The new album, The Party Never Ends, is Juice WRLD's third and final posthumous LP, following Legends Never Die (2020) and Fighting Demons (2021). It will serve as a tribute to the late rapper’s immense talent and his ability to connect with fans around the world.
In the years since his death, Carmela has worked to honour her son's legacy by founding the Live Free 999 Fund, which supports young people struggling with mental health issues. Earlier this year, when Juice’s song "Righteous" was released, his family shared a heartfelt message about his music.
They said: “Juice was a prolific artist who dedicated his life to making music. Choosing how to share his upcoming music with the world was no easy feat. Honouring the love Juice felt for his fans while shining a light on his talents and his spirit are the most important parts of this process for us.”