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Travis Scott’s Egypt Concert May Have Been Canceled, But He Has Something Special Planned In Rome

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The status of Travis Scott’s planned Utopia concert at Egypt’s Pyramids Of Giza was in doubt for some time before it was officially canceled last week. He later insisted the show would still happen one way or another, but whether or not that’s still true, Scott has moved on, at least for the moment, to Rome.

He shared an announcement on Twitter today (August 1), revealing he has an event happening in the Italian city on August 7, so next Monday.

Currently, the travisscott.com/live website linked to in the tweet simply features small text reading, “NOT FOUND.” He offered a bit more detail in his Instagram post about the event, though, writing, “FIRST STOP. UTOPIA LIVE AT CIRCUS MAXIMUS. WE OUT !!!!!TIX ON SALE AUGUST 3 10AM CET TRAVISSCOTT.COM/LIVE.” So, it’s not a screening of his Circus Maximus movie, but rather, a concert at the actual Circus Maximus, an ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium that has been used for concerts in modern times, like when Genesis performed there in 2007.

An Egypt show could still happen in the near future, though. In his aforementioned post-cancellation update, Scott wrote, “Egypt at the pyramids will happen But due to demand and detail logistics They just need a bit a time to set lay on lands. I will keep u posted on a date which will be soon love you alllll.”

An Astroworld Victim’s Lawyer Called Out Travis Scott’s ‘Utopia’ Album Lyrics For Being: ‘Stunningly Tone-Deaf’

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Last week, a Texas grand jury declined to indict Travis Scott on criminal charges for his role in the 2021 Astroworld Festival tragedy. But his legal battles regarding the event are far from over.

With the release of his new album, Utopia, Scott attempted to temporarily put the pending case behind him. However, one song references the incident, which has reopen the devastating wounds for one of the Astroworld victim’s family. According to TMZ, lawyer Bob Hilliard, representing the family of the late Ezra Blount called out Scott for being insensitive.

“For an artist making his living with music, these are stunningly tone-deaf comments about this preventable tragedy that took so many lives and injured so many,” Blount told the outlet.

The stanza in question appears in Scott’s song “My Eyes,” where Scott rapped, “I replay them nights, and right by my side, all I see is a sea of people that ride with me / If they just knew what Scotty would do to jump off the stage and save him a child.”

Blount’s family believes the line is an attempt by Scott to reframe the public’s view of him. In December 2021, Scott sat down for an interview with Charlamagne Tha God to discuss the tragedy. “I went through something, and I feel like fans went through something, and people’s parents went through something, and it really hurts,” he said. “It hurts the community. It hurts the city. There’s been a lot of thoughts, a lot of feelings, a lot of grieving, and just trying to wrap my head around it.”

Since then, Scott hasn’t released any other public statement related to the 2021 Astroworld Festival.

Travis Scott’s ‘UTOPIA’ Becomes Spotify’s Most-Streaming Album in a Single Day in 2023

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Travis Scott‘s UTOPIA shatters records with its release, becoming Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day of 2023. The album’s 19 tracks dominate the Top 20 U.S. charts, with “MELTDOWN” taking the coveted #1 spot. Fans eagerly embraced the highly-anticipated fourth studio album, propelling it to unprecedented success on its release day, July 28th, 2023.

Travis Scott’s UTOPIA is available worldwide and is expected to top the Billboard Charts. HitsDailyDouble projects the new album to have a first-week streaming total of 245-275K. The album was streamed to 100 million teams in the U.S. on the first release day.

In addition, Scott has physicals of the album in various bundle packs being sold through his website to his rabid fan base. That total is believed to spike the overall number and near the 500K mark.

The new release is a collection of 19 tracks, exploring a new sound for the boundary-pushing superstar. The album arrived after Scott took over theaters nationwide with his CIRCUS MAXIMUS film, which he wrote and directed.

Joining Travis Scott on the UTOPIA album is Beyoncé, Drake, SZA, Young Thug, Playboi Carti, Westside Gunn, The Weeknd, Bad Bunny, Future, 21 Savage, James Blake, Swae Lee, Bon Iver, Sheck Wes, Teezo Touchdown, KayCyy, and Rob49.

UTOPIA is available at shop.travisscott.com and alongside five unique album covers as a part of vinyl, CD, and merchandise box sets. You can also press play on the album below.

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Travis Scott’s ‘UTOPIA’ Projected to Ride Massive Streaming Numbers to No. 1 Debut

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Travis Scott’s UTOPIA is available worldwide and is expected to top the Billboard Charts. HitsDailyDouble projects the new album to have a first-week streaming total of 245-275K. The album was streamed to 100 million teams in the U.S. on the first release day.

In addition, Scott has physicals of the album in various bundle packs being sold through his website to his rabid fan base. That total is believed to spike the overall number and near the 500K mark.

The new release is a collection of 19 tracks, exploring a new sound for the boundary-pushing superstar. The album arrived after Scott took over theaters nationwide with his CIRCUS MAXIMUS film, which he wrote and directed.

Joining Travis Scott on the UTOPIA album is Beyoncé, Drake, SZA, Young Thug, Playboi Carti, Westside Gunn, The Weeknd, Bad Bunny, Future, 21 Savage, James Blake, Swae Lee, Bon Iver, Sheck Wes, Teezo Touchdown, KayCyy, and Rob49.

UTOPIA is available at shop.travisscott.com and alongside five unique album covers as a part of vinyl, CD, and merchandise box sets. You can also press play on the album below.

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Travis Scott Fans Celebrate ‘UTOPIA’ Outside Pyramids Despite Egypt Show Cancellation

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The massive Travis Scott concert at the pyramids has been paused for now, but fans still gathered at the pyramids to celebrate the rapper’s new album UTOPIA. Videos of rapping fans near the pyramids have hit social media.

Travis Scott’s UTOPIA show was placed on hold but he vows that it will happen. After the cancellation notice went out, Travis issued a follow-up tweet.

“Egypt at the pyramids will happen,” Travis wrote. “But due to demand and detail logistics They just need a bit a time to set lay on lands. I will keep u posted on a date which will be soon.”

Live Nation Middle East released a statement on Wednesday, citing the show is off due to “complex production issues.”

“We regret to inform you that the Utopia show, originally scheduled for July 28th at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt is cancelled,” Live Nation Middle East’s statement said on Twitter. “Unfortunately, despite highest efforts, complex production issues meant that the show could not be constructed in the desert.

“We understand that this news is disappointing and not the outcome any of us desired. Refunds will be issued to all ticket holders at their point of purchase. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this cancellation may have caused and appreciate your understanding. We remain committed to bringing exceptional live performances to fans and hope to have the opportunity to do so in the future.”

Previously, Travis Scott was the subject of rumors that his show in front of the pyramids in Egypt had been canceled. According to outlets in Egypt, The Egyptian Syndicate of Musical Professions, who provide permits, nixed the show.

“Since the General Syndicate is part of the fabric of this beloved country it is keen on its stability and refuses to tamper with societal values and Egyptian and Arab customs,” the statement reads.

The Syndicate added, “Based on research and documented information about strange rituals at Travis’s concerts that are inconsistent with our authentic societal values and traditions, the Board of Directors has decided to cancel the license issued to hold this type of concert that contradicts the cultural identity of the Egyptian people.”

Representatives from Live Nation have responded, stating, “There have been no changes to Travis Scott’s show in Egypt; any reports to the contrary are false. We can’t wait to celebrate ‘Utopia’ with you in Egypt!”

Reps for Scott also reached out to Hypebeast, denying the show was canceled.

Travis Scott announced in celebration of his highly anticipated new album, Utopia, he would perform a special show in front of the Pyramids of Egypt on July 28th. The Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, will be the awe-inspiring backdrop for this immersive experience.

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Travis Scott Fans Throw “Utopia” Party At Pyramids Despite Canceled Concert

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Fans of Travis Scott celebrated the release of Utopia at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, where the rapper had intended to host a concert. Video of the group of fans partying while rapping the lyrics to “No Bystanders” has gone viral on social media. A fan page of Scott’s shared the initial video of the night, which prompted more fans to share their own clips.

Live Nation first announced the cancelation of Scott’s concert on July 26. “We regret to inform you that the UTOPIA show, originally scheduled for July 28th at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt is canceled,” the company said in a statement on Twitter. “Unfortunately, despite highest efforts, complex production issues meant that the show could not be constructed in the desert. We understand that this news is disappointing and not the outcome any of us desired.”

Read More: Travis Scott Takes Our “Fire Emoji” Playlist To “UTOPIA” In New Update: Listen

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HOUSTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 05: Travis Scott performs during 2021 Astroworld Festival at NRG Park on November 05, 2021 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Erika Goldring/WireImage)

Scott later confirmed that he still intends to perform at the pyramids in some capacity, but will have to figure out a new date. “Egypt at the pyramids will happen But due to demand and detail logistics They just need a bit a time to set lay on lands,” Scott said in a tweet.

Egyptian General Syndicate for Musical Professions halted the concert shortly after Scott announced it. “Since the General Syndicate is part of the fabric of this beloved country it is keen on its stability and refuses to tamper with societal values and Egyptian and Arab customs,” the organization said in a statement. “Based on research and documented information about strange rituals at Travis’s concerts that are inconsistent with our authentic societal values and traditions, the Board of Directors has decided to cancel the license issued to hold this type of concert that contradicts the cultural identity of the Egyptian people.”

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Despite the release concert not going forward, Scott still dropped Utopia on July 28. The project features a number of guest features including Drake, Beyonce, Young Thug, James Blake, and many more.

Read More: Travis Scott Banned From Performing At The Pyramids In Egypt

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Travis Scott’s Attorney Claims Astroworld Report Was Issued To Hurt “UTOPIA” Sales

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Travis Scott’s new album UTOPIA is finally here, and it’s already seeing a lot of incredible success. Moreover, it’s the fifth biggest opening streaming day for an album in Spotify’s history. Obviously, it’s the biggest one so far in 2023. With over 128 million first-day streams, the album joins the ranks of Drake’s Certified Lover Boy and Scorpion, Taylor Swift’s Midnights, and Bad Bunny’s Un Verano Sin Ti as the platform’s largest album streaming debuts, standing behind all of those. In addition, this is double what his last album ASTROWORLD garnered day one on Spotify. Every song on UTOPIA landed in the top 19 of Spotify’s U.S. chart.

However, allegations emerged that the final police report on the 2021 Astroworld Festival tragedy came out on the same day as UTOPIA in order to hurt these sales. Furthermore, these came from Travis Scott’s attorney Kent Schafer, who remarked to TMZ that this is no mere coincidence. For example, he explained that the rollout led specifically to this date, and that they informed people of such Also, he denied claims that the Houston artist was responsible for, or aware of, deaths and injuries at the concert. After this news broke, representatives for the “DELRESTO” MC issued a statement to the publication responding to these conclusions.

Read More: Travis Scott “Utopia” Credits: Drake, Beyonce, Westside Gunn, The Weeknd & More

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“The timing of the Houston Police Department report’s release, coinciding with the launch of Travis Scott’s highly anticipated album, is anything but coincidental,” they expressed. “Travis Scott and his team were, as anticipated, fully cleared of any wrongdoing associated with the Astroworld tragedy by a grand jury based on the very report released today. It is outrageous that HPD has chosen to resort to tactics that attempt to discredit Travis and his team, casting doubt on how the unfortunate events at Astroworld actually transpired while deflecting blame from their own critical failures.

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“Travis’s commitment to his audience’s safety and well-being is well-documented,” the statement continues. “As reported countless times, he actively stopped the show three separate times. Contrary to the HPD report’s inaccuracies, the concert did end at the exact time communicated to Travis. Meanwhile, Houston police officers present at the event did not intervene during the unfolding situation. They were observed throughout the show standing by idly, buying merch and even filming the concert in its entirety. We encourage the Houston PD to make peace with the fact that Travis Scott and his team were found innocent of any wrongdoing and to focus on what really matters – making sure tragedies like Astroworld never occur again under their watch.” For more news and the latest updates on Travis Scott, keep checking in with HNHH.

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It Looks Like A Travis Scott And Kid Cudi Joint Album May Happen After All, Despite Cudi Previously Shutting It Down

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Travis Scott‘s fourth studio album Utopia has the internet abuzz. As Scott is guaranteed to do with any project of his, he brought in a promising list of collaborators on this new album, notably SZA, 21 Savage, and the one and only Beyoncé. But also, fans have been eager for another Kid Cudi collab from Scott, and he delivered on this with the Utopia cut, “Looove.”

“Looove” has become an instant fan favorite, with fans asking if a Cudi and Scott joint album could be a possibility in the future.

Yesterday, Cudi took to Twitter to answer questions from a few fans, including one who said they “needed” the joint album.

“Its def happening at some point,” Cudi responded. “Dont even trip.”

But don’t expect it anytime soon. All good work takes time, and Cudi says he and Scott plan to take their time on this collaborative effort.

“I wanna create a ton of songs and pick the tastiest ones and really make it a moment for the culture,” Cudi said. “We only get 1 first album, its gotta be the illest. For now, UTOPIA.”

Still, fans are excited to learn that Scott and Cudi’s joint album, which they have nicknamed The Scotts, may actually see the light of day. Last December, Cudi ruled out the possibility of a joint album with Scott, saying “The moment has passed.”

During his brief bout on Twitter yesterday, Cudi clarified what he meant, saying, “Me and Trav hadn’t talked about it since the single [2020’s ‘The Scotts’] so years passed and I figured it wasnt happening. And im someone who likes to work when the moment is right and I felt like the moment passed. But then Trav said something publically so I was like well shit I guess we doin it ha…”

Utopia is out now via Epic Records and Cactus Jack. Find more information here.

Nike Air Force 1 Low x Travis Scott “Utopia” Just Dropped

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Last night Travis Scott released his long-awaited new album Utopia. The initial fan rush was mostly spent discovering all the features on the album, which have now been identified. Among the list are some major names and frequent collaborators of Scott. Drake, Future, Playboi Carti, SZA, Yung Lean, Young Thug, Kid Cudi, The Weeknd, and MANY more appear throughout the album. Now, Travis has just released a sneaker with Utopia branding and it’s definitely clean.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low is a beloved sneaker model, so it’s perfect that this is the silhouette Travis went with. It’s simple and clean, much like his personal style. Its simple and versatile design, featuring a low-cut silhouette and signature Air cushioning in the sole, makes it a favorite choice for both style and comfort. With numerous colorways and collaborations over the years, the Air Force 1 Low remains a symbol of sneaker culture and a must-have for sneaker enthusiasts worldwide.

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“Utopia” Travis Scott x Nike Air Force 1 Low

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The sneakers have a white rubber sole and a clean white midsole. White “AIR” branding can be found on the midsole, near the heel. The upper is constructed of all-white leather with some perforations to allow for breathability. The rest of the sneaker, as you can see from the photos, is white. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Travis Scott sneaker without some branding. “Utopia” and the Cactus Jack logo can be found near the heel, under the Swoosh, in black. Overall, these sneakers are clean and the branding is subtle enough to not dominate the sneakers.

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The Nike Air Force 1 Low x Travis Scott “Utopia” is currently available right now on shop.travisscott.com which is Scott’s personal website. Also, the sneakers have a retail price of $150. It’s important to note that there are not as many available pairs as a general release, so you’ll have to act fast if you want to get your size. Let us know what you think of these sneakers, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world. We will be sure to bring you the biggest releases from the biggest brands.

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Travis Scott, Beyonce & Bon Iver Conjure Magic On “DELRESTO (ECHOES)”

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Travis Scott’s UTOPIA landed like an alien spacecraft in a football field, to absolutely no one’s surprise. Moreover, La Flame’s sixth full-length project is surprising, otherworldly, ambitious, and lush with sonic detail and obtuse lyricism. While there are too many highlights and amazing moments to name, “DELRESTO (ECHOES)” certainly stands out as one of its most notable and shocking moments. With assistance from two revered vocal titans in Beyoncé and Bon Iver, this makes for one of the best moments on the LP on first listen due to the reveal of its hidden features. In addition, it features production from Travis, Bey, James Blake, Allen Ritter, Hit-Boy, Mike Dean, and umru, making for a vibrant and progressive instrumental.

In fact, it might remind many listeners of Beyonce’s RENAISSANCE with its house-inspired rhythms and musical aesthetics. However, there’s also something tribal, ritualistic, and almost holy about the always tense but never fully explosive progression of “DELRESTO (ECHOES).” That might be a turn-off for some, but the constant build-up feels more like a journey of peace than a throwaway, half-baked idea for a song. Beyonce and Bon Iver both stun with their passionate vocal performances, and Travis Scott switches from melodic flows to rapid-fire bars with ease. With multiple synth layers, additional instruments, and variations throughout the song, the track feels complete without exaggerating its opulence.

Read More: Travis Scott “Utopia” Credits: Drake, Beyonce, Westside Gunn, The Weeknd & More

Travis Scott’s “DELRESTO (ECHOES)” With Beyoncé & Bon Iver: Stream

Meanwhile, it seems like this collab between these Houston stars has been a long time coming. With that history in mind, this adds even more gravity and impact to “DELRESTO (ECHOES)” and its fusion of styles. In an album full of darkness and dystopian soundscapes, this song is a beacon of light peppered in that is sure to rejuvenate and inspire you. If you haven’t heard UTOPIA yet, you can find it on your preferred streaming service and check out some standout lines from this song below. Also, log back into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Beyonce, Bon Iver, and Travis Scott.

Quotable Lyrics
The height we made is paranormal
We shake and wake up to paranoia
Won’t let it destroy you, won’t let it annoy you
I’m tryin’ to enjoy you in front of the foyer

Read More: Kid Cudi Says Joint Album With Travis Scott Is Back In Production

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