Last night, there were multiple reports that the Egyptian government has canceled Travis Scott’s show at the Pyramids of Giza.
According to Egyptian TV, the group responsible for approving musical permits in the African nation objected to Scott’s Freemasonry and Satanic leanings.
Travis Scott’s concert at Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza has been canceled by The Egyptian Syndicate of Musical Professions, a local group responsible for approving permits.
They claim he is a Freemason who opposes Egypt’s heritage and performs satanic rites during his shows. via… pic.twitter.com/fgATKjJsXf
— Rap Alert (@rapalert6) July 18, 2023
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However, Nike — who is sponsoring the show — says it hasn’t been cancelled.
Nike confirms the UTOPIA event in Egypt is NOT CANCELLED pic.twitter.com/KtLaZla6Xn
— TRAVIS SCOTT FAN PAGE (@RodeoTheAlbum) July 18, 2023
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Travis Scott had been set to launch his Utopia album with a July 28 Livestream from the Pyramids.
If he isn’t able to, Russ will remain the only rapper who performed at Giza.