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Rapper Offset To Give Surprise Meet-And-Greets At Suffolk Store

In a surprise announcement, the store said the event will take place on Tuesday. Read on to see how you can score a meet-and-greet.

WEST BABYLON, NY — A three-time Grammy nominated rapper is set to visit and meet Long Island fans at a West Babylon store.

Looney Tunes Record Store announced in a social media post Tuesday that rapper Offset will provide surprise meet-and-greets and take photos with fans who purchase his new album, "Set It Off." The album released on Friday.

Participants must purchase the CD and will receive a wristband to attend the event.

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Fans are allowed to line up at 4 p.m., and the event begins at 5 p.m., at the store, located at 31 Brookvale Ave.

Every single person in attendance must have their own individual wristband regardless of age, the store said.

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A professional photographer will take each person's photos, which will be uploaded to the store's Facebook page the next day.

This opportunity will sell out, the store said. So if you're a fan, be sure to purchase your CD as soon as possible.

Offset is well known as part of hip-hop group Migos, as well as his extensive solo career.

In 2018, Migos received two Grammy nominations: Best Rap Performance for single "Bad and Boujee"; and Best Rap Album for "Culture."

In 2020, Offset received a nomination for Best Rap Performance at the 62nd Grammy Award, marking his first nomination as a soloist outside of Migos.

Offset is also married to rapper Cardi B.

To view the full list of rules of purchase and to learn more about the event, visit the stores's website here.

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