Jay-Z Rush Releases 'The Blueprint 3', Announces Huge Tour

Jay-Z has rush released his new album 'The Blueprint 3' after it leaked online.

The rapper's latest effort was due out on September 11 to coincide with the eighth anniversary of the original 'Blueprint'.

But as a result of the album's leak earlier this month, fans can now purchase the album from today (September 8).

Meanwhile, Jay-Z has also announced details of a huge US tour, which will begin in Philadelphia on October 9.

Other dates will take place in Seattle, Baltimore and Austin. For more information, check out the Gigwise Gig Guide.

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