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Kanye West has already been commanding headlines this week following his widely discussed apology. Still, while much of the focus has been on that moment, Ye is also gearing up for a major live return. The artist is scheduled to take the stage in Mexico City across two consecutive nights, marking one of his most ambitious performances in recent years.
After completely selling out the first night on January 30 at Plaza de Toros, the rapper confirmed an additional date back in November. The run is shaping up to be a landmark moment for Kanye, as the shows are expected to draw a combined audience of 74,000 people and set a new attendance benchmark for the venue.
That record was previously held by a Roger Federer and Alexander Zverev exhibition match, which took place in 2019.
As if the scale of the concerts was not already enough to generate buzz, new details suggest the events could be even more spectacular. According to a fresh report from Mexican journalist Gil Barrera, later shared by Kurrco, Kanye will not be taking the stage alone.
Based on Barrera’s information, Travis Scott, Peso Pluma and Fuerza Regida are all expected to appear as special guests. With both Peso Pluma and Fuerza Regida hailing from Mexico, their involvement would add an extra layer of excitement for the local crowd.
Ye and Travis Scott also share a long standing creative connection, particularly when it comes to live performances. Their collaborative history includes tracks such as “Piss On Your Grave,” “Watch,” “Wash Us In The Blood,” and several others that have become fan favorites.
Adding to the anticipation, the Mexico City dates could align with the release of Ye’s twelfth solo studio album, Bully. The project is currently slated to arrive on Friday, January 30. That said, given Kanye’s well documented history of missed release dates and the multiple setbacks surrounding this album, many fans remain cautious. Concerns were further fueled by uncertainty around physical pre orders from the Yeezy team. For now, January 30 remains the projected release date, with Bully rumored to feature 13 tracks, no guest appearances, and no use of A.I. technology.
Elton John has shared his family’s yearly summer playlist on the latest episode of his Rocket Hour show on Apple Music, with songs chosen together with his husband David Furnish and their sons, Zachary and Elijah.
During his appearance on Apple Music 1, the musician revealed that the family puts every song suggestion to a vote at home, with a track needing at least three votes before making the final cut. The playlist is packed with energetic songs, matching the family’s love for lively and feel good music throughout the summer.
The playlist brings together different generations and musical styles, combining iconic names from previous decades with newer electronic artists and dance music producers.
Among the songs chosen are Stevie Wonder’s "Higher Ground," Bob Marley & The Wailers' "Could You Be Loved," and Tom Petty’s "Runnin' Down A Dream." John also praised Petty’s music, describing the 1989 album Full Moon Fever as one of the greatest rock albums ever made.
Zachary and Elijah’s musical tastes are also represented, with the playlist featuring current UK club tracks alongside familiar reggae and pop favorites. John singled out "Free Your Mind," the collaboration between Leeds dance duo Prospa and producer Cloonee, as one song his sons especially enjoy.
The broadcast also features a mix of electronic and crossover sounds, including Peggy Gou and Ayra Starr’s "Wo, man," Jamie xx’s "Baddy On the Floor" featuring Honey Dijon, Barry Can’t Swim’s "Return To Bhibo," and Fisher’s reworking of Bob Sinclar’s "World, Hold On." Other artists included in the selection are Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lykke Li, Groove Armada, Kacey Musgraves, Wiz Khalifa, and Role Model.
John noted that the songs played during the radio show are only part of the much larger playlist the family listens to during the summer.
The complete episode of Rocket Hour can be streamed on demand through Apple Music and Apple Podcasts.
