Travis Scott Finally Lands Coachella Gig

The rapper has landed a particular visitor spot on the 2025 competition, a big milestone nearly a decade within the making. This breakthrough comes after Scott confronted widespread scrutiny following the 2021 Astroworld tragedy. 

Travis Scott’s Coachella gig has been a very long time coming, with the star initially slated to headline in 2020 earlier than COVID-19 upended plans. 

After a number of makes an attempt by him and the live performance organizers to safe his return to the Coachella stage since his final efficiency in 2017, their persistence has lastly paid off.

The daddy-of-two will tackle the coveted Saturday evening closing act, marking a memorable second in his profession. After his final look as a sub-headliner, Scott was initially slated to headline the 2020 competition, however the pandemic pressured the occasion’s cancellation. 

Efforts to reschedule his efficiency in 2022 have been derailed following the Astroworld tragedy in late 2021, which led to his elimination from the lineup.

Sources revealed to TMZ that Scott’s inclusion this time indicators a brand new chapter for the artist, who joins a powerhouse lineup of performers. Submit Malone is confirmed to headline Sunday evening, whereas Girl Gaga and Inexperienced Day spherical out the checklist of top-billed acts.

The 33-year-old’s long-awaited return to Coachella comes with a renewed sense of function, particularly after he opened up in regards to the tragic occasions of the 2021 Astroworld Pageant. 

The devastating incident claimed the lives of ten followers and left many others injured, leaving an enduring affect on Scott. The Blast shared insights from Scott’s November 2023 interview with GQ, the place he opened up in regards to the emotional toll the tragedy took on him. 

Calling the occasion “devastating,” Scott expressed his grief, sharing, “I all the time give it some thought. These followers have been like my household. You understand, I really like my followers to the utmost. I used to be simply overly devastated.”

The TV persona acknowledged that transferring ahead was not straightforward, saying, “It has its moments the place it will get tough. You simply really feel for these folks. And their households.”

In June 2023, E! Information reported {that a} Texas grand jury issued six no-bills, ruling out prison fees towards Scott. Following the tragedy, the songwriter, together with Reside Nation, Epic Data, and different occasion organizers, confronted a number of lawsuits. 

Regardless of the authorized scrutiny, the Harris County District Lawyer decided there was not enough proof to pursue prison fees.

Scott’s legal professional, Kent Schaffer, expressed reduction on the consequence, stating that the ruling “confirms what we have now recognized all alongside—that Travis Scott isn’t liable for the Astroworld tragedy.”

Schaffer additionally emphasised the significance of studying from the incident, including, “We hope for the federal government efforts to give attention to what’s most vital—stopping future heartbreaking tragedies like AstroWorld from ever occurring once more.”

After three years of authorized battles following the Astroworld tragedy, Scott and the ticketing firm reached settlements in 9 of the ten wrongful demise lawsuits filed towards them.

The ultimate settlement got here simply earlier than the case involving Madison Dubiski’s household was set to start jury choice in Could. Neal Manne, Reside Nation’s legal professional, confirmed the decision throughout a courtroom listening to, although particulars remained undisclosed as a consequence of a gag order, The Blast reported.

Lawyer Noah Wexler, representing Dubiski’s household, additionally confirmed that the matter was “resolved in its entirety.” Scott’s consultant, Ted Anastasiou, expressed gratitude for the settlement, stating:

“Mr. Scott is grateful {that a} decision has been reached with out the necessity for a trial.”

The confidential settlement was set to honor Dubiski’s reminiscence and emphasize the significance of enhancing live performance security. 

The tenth wrongful demise lawsuit from the tragedy centered on 9-year-old Ezra Blount, the youngest sufferer of the 2021 live performance incident. His household’s legal professional, Scott West, confirmed they have been absolutely ready to proceed to trial.

In the meantime, Reside Nation’s authorized group and different defendants expressed that they weren’t but able to face the courtroom. 

State District Decide Kristen Hawkins revealed plans to handle the Blount case at a listening to alongside potential trials for remaining damage claims tied to Astroworld. She acknowledged her intent to prioritize the Blount lawsuit over different circumstances ought to negotiations fall by means of. 

All roads will definitely result in Coachella for Travis Scott’s followers!