Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (season 7)

Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (season 7)
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Starring
Country of origin United States
No. of episodes 18
Release
Original network VH1
Original release March 19 (2018-03-19) – July 16, 2018 (2018-07-16)
Season chronology

The seventh season of the reality television series Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta premiered on VH1 on March 19, 2018 until July 16, 2018. The show was primarily filmed in Atlanta, Georgia. It is executively produced by Mona Scott-Young and Stephanie R. Gayle for Monami Entertainment, Toby Barraud, Stefan Springman, David DiGangi, Lashan Browning and Donna Edge-Rachell for Eastern TV, and Nina L. Diaz, Liz Fine and Vivian Gomez for VH1.[1]

The series chronicles the lives of several women and men in the Atlanta area, involved in hip hop music. It consists of 18 episodes, including a two-part reunion special hosted by Nina Parker.

Production

Season seven of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta began filming during the last week of October 2017. A few days prior, singer Jhonni Blaze, who appeared on Love & Hip Hop: New York and the cancelled Love & Hip Hop: Houston, exposed several of the upcoming season's storylines in a series of Instagram videos, including Rasheeda and Kirk's allegedly fabricated secret baby storyline and Stevie J's alleged sexual tryst with transgender model Shauna Brooks. Blaze was set to join the cast as Stevie's new artist, serving as a replacement for Joseline Hernandez, however she fell out with show's producers after her Love & Hip Hop: Houston co-star and rival Just Brittany was cast.[2] On December 11, 2017, filming was interrupted in Buckhead after an mall security guard was allegedly run down by a disgruntled customer.[3] The show made headlines again a few weeks later, after it was alleged that cast member Tommie Lee brought a loaded gun to set, in a heated confrontation with Karen King.[4][5] In February 2018, Tommie ran into legal issues during filming after allegedly attacking a jewelry store employee.[6][7][8]

On February 16, 2018, VH1 announced Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta would be returning for a seventh season on March 19, 2018, with Love & Hip Hop: New York's Erica Mena as part of the cast.[9] The same day they released a scene from the premiere episode, showing Erica's arrival to Atlanta.[10] Season seven saw the promotion of Jessica Dime to the main cast after appearing as a supporting cast member for three seasons. New cast members include Jessica's fiancé Shawne Williams, Grammy Award winning songwriter Sean Garrett, Jamaican recording artist Spice, singer and Signed star Just Brittany, rappers Tokyo Vanity and BK Brasco and music executive Keely the Boss. Although not included in the initial cast announcement, rapper Tabius Tate and party promotor K. Botchey would also appear in supporting roles. After a two year absence from the show, Erica Dixon would return as a supporting cast member for two episodes. Love & Hip Hop: New York star Rich Dollaz would make a special crossover appearance in the last two episodes of the season.

On February 20, 2018, VH1 released a teaser with the season's tagline "the game has changed", featuring Mena alongside returning cast members Rasheeda, Stevie J, Karlie Redd and Mimi Faust. The season's promotional videos would all follow a card game or poker-themed aesthetic, with cast members dressed as playing cards.[11] On March 12, 2018, a five-minute super-trailer was released,[12] followed by "meet the cast" interview promos featuring new cast members Erica Mena,[13] Tokyo Vanity,[14] Spice,[15] Keely the Boss,[16] BK Brasco,[17] and Estelita Quintero.[18] On March 13, 2018, VH1 released the first five minutes of the season's premiere episode.[19]

Love & Hip Hop Atlanta: Check Yourself, which features the cast's reactions to each episode, was released weekly on digital platforms.[20]

The season garnered the lowest ratings in the show's history, with its premiere episode down over a million viewers compared to last season.[21][22] In the eleventh episode, "Houston We Have A Problem", one scene shows an intoxicated Tommie Lee breaking the fourth wall and attacking a producer, as well as security. In an unusual move, executive producer Stephanie Gayle announced to the cast on camera that Tommie was no longer allowed on set, effectively firing her from the show.[23] However, she returned to the show two episodes later, on the condition that she not drink on set.[24]

Cast

Main cast

Episodes

No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleOriginal air dateUS viewers
(millions)
1051"Let the Games Begin"March 19, 2018 (2018-03-19)2.21[25]

Kirk and Rasheeda deal with the long awaited DNA test results. Stevie clashes with Estelita and tries to replace her with a new first lady of Danger Zone. A new face in the A causes a splash on the scene.

Jessica Dime and Erica Mena are added to the opening credits, replacing departing cast members Tammy and Joseline. This episode marks the first appearance of Spice as a supporting cast member, as well as the first appearance of Erica Mena.
1062"Oh Baby"March 26, 2018 (2018-03-26)1.90[26]

The Frost family is shaken by Jasmine's pop up at Pressed. Erica mixes it up with old friends, ex friends, and a new love interest. Sierra's smitten with her new boo, but a revelation about her estranged husband leaves her heartbroken.

This episode marks the first appearance of BK Brasco as a supporting cast member, as well as the first appearance of Tokyo Vanity. Although credited, Jessica and Stevie do not appear.
1073"Beginnings and Endings"April 2, 2018 (2018-04-02)1.90[27]

Sierra and Shooter's marital drama is put on pause by a shocking death in the family. Dime takes a pregnancy test. Estelita gets the courage to confront Stevie. Tommie and Spice share a heart to heart.

Although credited, Rasheeda does not appear.
1084"Do It For Finesse"April 9, 2018 (2018-04-09)2.03[28]

Kirk and Jasmine come face to face for the first time in a year. Samantha pushes Tommie to make up with her sister Versace. Karlie finds herself in a new role as caretaker for her sick father. Shooter leans on friends while grieving his son.

This episode marks the first appearances of Tabius Tate and Just Brittany as supporting cast members, as well as the first appearance of Keely the Boss. Although credited, Mimi, Jessica, Erica and Stevie do not appear.
1095"Dangerous Liaisons"April 16, 2018 (2018-04-16)1.97[29]

Stevie stuns his family with a shocking announcement. Mimi and Keely attempt to mediate between Stevie's artists. Karlie encourages Rasheeda to date her hunky new trainer. Dime hears her baby's heartbeat for the first time.

Tiarra and Kelsie return as supporting cast members.
1106"I'm Telling"April 23, 2018 (2018-04-23)2.01[30]

Just Brittany's comment leaves Erica furious and fractures her friendship with Keely. Kelsie encourages Kirk to get his family back before it's too late. Keely comes for Sierra's clique and stirs up all kinds of trouble. Momma Dee is back on the scene and going under the knife while KK gets a shocking update about Scrapp.

Although credited, Jessica and Tommie do not appear.
1117"Showing Out"April 30, 2018 (2018-04-30)2.05[31]

Just Brittany and Keely's friendship goes up in flames, Rasheeda sets clear boundaries for Kirk, and Stevie wins Estelita back over to the good guy's team. Tokyo and Sierra plot to take down Keely while Momma Dee opens up about her marital issues.

This episode marks the first appearances of Shawne Williams and K. Botchey as supporting cast members. Although credited, Tommie and Erica do not appear.
1128"Tokyo Insanity"May 7, 2018 (2018-05-07)2.06[32]

Scrappy and Bambi are back and Momma Dee is already meddling in the newlyweds' affairs. A brawl breaks out at Tokyo's album release party. Tokyo suspects Tabius is cheating on her. Dime has an emotional conversation.

This episode marks the first appearance of Sean Garrett as a supporting cast member. Although credited, Mimi, Tommie and Erica do not appear.
1139"Team Rasheeda"May 14, 2018 (2018-05-14)2.02[33]

Upset that Kirk still hasn't gotten involved in their son's life, Jasmine plans another pop up but she gets more than she bargained for when confronted with Rasheeda's friends. Tommie and Spice butt heads while Sierra learns that BK has been keeping secrets. Keely and Bleu have an emotional sit down and later the Frost family is devastated by an unexpected loss.

Erica Dixon returns as a supporting cast member. Although credited, Jessica, Erica, and Stevie do not appear.
11410"The Friendtervention"May 21, 2018 (2018-05-21)2.03[34]

Sierra is furious when Karlie confronts her with BK's side chicks while Kirk's grief brings him and Rasheeda back together. Will KK and Tiarra put their differences aside for King's sake? Bleu has an emotional reunion with his and Keely's son while Erica Mena judges Estelita's choice to rekindle her romantic relationship with Stevie.

Although credited, Jessica, Tommie, and Stevie do not appear.
11511"Houston, We Have A Problem"May 28, 2018 (2018-05-28)1.92[35]

Rasheeda takes the whole crew to Houston for her new store's grand opening, but will everyone be able to put their drama aside for the trip? Tommie has a major meltdown while Sean and Karlie butt heads over her messy ways. Jessica Dime learns the gender of her baby.

Although credited, Stevie does not appear.
11612"Don't Mess With Texas"June 4, 2018 (2018-06-04)2.11[36]

The drama in Houston continues when the rest of the crew arrives. Tokyo and Spice come face to face and purses go flying while Joc and Karlie enjoy some vacation flirtation. Rasheeda's on cloud nine about her store opening, but an uninvited guest threatens to spoil the night. Back in Atlanta, Momma Dee oversteps boundaries with Scrappy and Bambi.

Although credited, Jessica, Tommie, and Stevie do not appear.
11713"Cowgirls Gone Wild"June 11, 2018 (2018-06-11)2.32[37]

Finished with their business in Houston, the crew heads to the dude ranch. Rasheeda hopes everyone can put their drama to the side to enjoy the trip, but Spice and Tokyo quickly get back into it. The other girls start taking sides, new beefs arise.

Although credited, Jessica, Tommie, and Stevie do not appear.
11814"Horsing Around"June 18, 2018 (2018-06-18)2.10[38]

The drama at the dude ranch continues when the group goes horseback riding. BK makes a romantic gesture to win Sierra back. Joc and Karlie continue to rekindle their friendship. Back in Atlanta, Tommie faces her demons. Kelsie meets her brother Kannon for the first time and Tiarra considers letting KK see King.

Although credited, Jessica and Stevie do not appear.
11915"Showing Off"June 25, 2018 (2018-06-25)2.10[39]

The crew is back from Texas, and Estelita is back to work with Stevie prepping for the big Danger Zone showcase. Kirk reunites with Kannon, and Rasheeda is upset when she learns about it on social media. Sierra and Shooter finalize their divorce.

Although credited, Jessica and Tommie do not appear.
12016"Peace & Blessings"July 2, 2018 (2018-07-02)2.08[40]

Shooter puts together a big anti-violence rally to honor his late son. Dime's baby shower takes a turn when Stevie and Sean Garrett argue. Stevie enlists Rich Dollaz to get back at Erica. Tommie reconnects with the group and Dime gives birth.

This episode marks the first and only appearance of Rich Dollaz as a supporting cast member.
12117"Reunion – Part 1"July 9, 2018 (2018-07-09)2.13[41]
The cast reunites to dish into season seven and the drama becomes too much for one OG cast member. Rasheeda lets Jasmine know what she really thinks about her apology, and Joc and Karlie let slip some steamy details from the dude ranch. Things go left between Spice and Tommie.
12218"Reunion – Part 2"July 16, 2018 (2018-07-16)2.05[42]
Tensions reach a boiling point between Spice and Tommie. Tokyo makes it known she's ready to read anyone who comes for Tabius. Just when BK Brasco thought he was in the clear, his past catches up with him and has Sierra second guessing everything.

Webisodes

Check Yourself

Love & Hip Hop Atlanta: Check Yourself, which features the cast's reactions to each episode, was released weekly with every episode on digital platforms.[43]

Episode Title Featured cast members Ref
1 "Man Or Manager" Yung Joc, BK, Estelita, Spice [44]
2 "Whoa, Jaguar" Yung Joc, Melissa, Tokyo Vanity [45]
3 "No-Re-Mi" Spice, Estelita, Tokyo Vanity, Melissa [46]
4 "A Friend in Need" Karlie, Keely, K. Botchey, Yung Joc [47]
5 "Sweatin' It Out" Karlie, Kelsie [48]
6 "Keely Stirs Up Some Drama" Keely, Karlie, K. Botchey, Yung Joc, Tokyo Vanity [49]
7 "Just Brittany Vs. Keely" Estelita, Just Brittany, Keely [50]
8 "Disinvited" K. Botchey, Keely, Tokyo Vanity, Karlie, Yung Joc [51]
9 "Everyone's Messy Business Comes Out" Tokyo Vanity, Yung Joc, Karlie, Sean [52]
10 "Grandmotherly Advice" Tiarra, Just Brittany, Momma Dee [53]
11 "Tea and Bowling" Spice, Sean, Karlie, Yung Joc [54]
12 "Tokyo Rift" Melissa, Karlie, Tokyo Vanity, Spice [55]
13 "Dude Ranch Drama" Karlie, Tokyo Vanity, BK, Sierra, Yung Joc [56]
14 "My Horse Had an Attitude" Karlie, Tokyo Vanity, BK, Sierra, Yung Joc [57]
15 "In the DangerZone" Melissa, Tokyo Vanity, Tabius, Just Brittany, Yung Joc, Karlie [58]
16 "Baby Shower Blow Up" Karlie, Yung Joc, Melissa, Tokyo Vanity, Shooter [59]

Music

Several cast members had their music featured on the show and released singles to coincide with the airing of the episodes.

List of songs performed and/or featured in Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta season seven
Title Performer Album Episode(s) Notes Ref
Back Bend Spice single 1 performed onstage
HeadCrack Jessica Dime single 3 performed in music video shoot
That's My Sis Just Brittany single 4 performed onstage
I'm the Shit Tokyo Vanity single 8 performed in studio session
Closer Momma Dee single 9 performed onstage
Patrona Estelita Quintero single 15 performed in music video shoot
Ima Get It Spice & Tommie single 16 played at release party

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