July 18th 2023.
Fans of rapper Travis Scott will have to make alternate plans for his upcoming project in Egypt. The Egyptian Syndicate of Musical Professions has denied Scott a license to perform at the Pyramids of Giza, citing their mandate of preserving traditional Egyptian culture. In a statement, the syndicate alleged “strange rituals” at Scott’s concerts that apparently do not align with their values and traditions.
This could refer to the tragedy at Scott’s 2021 Astroworld concert, where multiple people were crushed and trampled, resulting in injuries and the death of 10 people. The syndicate is now more stringent with their licensing, and has denied permits to artists they feel are a “threat” to the country and its culture. Lebanese rock band Mashrou’ Leila was banned from performing in 2017 after a Pride flag was displayed at their concert in Cairo, and Mahraganat music was stopped in 2020.
Earlier this year, comedian Kevin Hart saw his show in Egypt canceled, allegedly due to logistical issues. However, some have speculated that it was related to Egyptians’ displeasure at Hart’s alleged statement about them being black.
Scott was planning to host the launch party for his fourth album, Utopia, at the foot of the Giza pyramids on July 28, 2023. It looks like he’ll have to make other arrangements, as the syndicate has denied him the permit to perform.
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