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Express Tribune
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Travis Scott reflects on relationship with Kanye West and musical legacy ahead of new album
Travis Scott has broken his silence on his relationship with Kanye West amid months of speculation and social media drama. In a newly released feature interview with Complex, the Houston-born rapper addressed how he feels about Ye, despite the public fallout and recent online outbursts. The once close collaborators had a strong musical bond throughout the 2010s, producing and writing for each other across multiple iconic projects. But their relationship appeared to sour earlier this year after Kanye claimed that Scott removed his contributions from past recordings, including material from their Wyoming sessions. West made the accusations during a controversial interview with DJ Akademiks and took to social media to express frustration, suggesting he had been 'replaced' by Scott with no explanation. Following Ye's comments, Travis unfollowed him on Instagram in February, prompting further rumours of a personal and professional rift. Yet in his Complex interview—believed to have been recorded shortly after the GRAMMYs—the Utopia artist remained composed and respectful. 'Sh*t, man. That's my kid's uncle. That guy took me in when I was young, when I was like 19,' Scott said. 'He taught me a lot about music. And not even just 'taught' me, but he allowed me to experience the creation of music.' Scott credited West with helping to shape his creative vision, describing their collaborations as instrumental in his growth across music, film, and fashion. Despite the recent tension, he spoke of their history with appreciation, leaving the door open for possible reconciliation. Beyond the drama, Scott also teased upcoming projects, including the highly anticipated JACKBOYS 2 and new music from Sheck Wes. Though no official release dates were confirmed, fans can expect a packed summer of Cactus Jack releases.
Express Tribune
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Travis Scott and Cactus Jack officially announce 'JACKBOYS 2' with exciting teaser
Travis Scott is officially in album mode, and fans are getting more than they expected—confirmation of JACKBOYS 2. The highly anticipated sequel to his 2019 collective album has now been teased with a striking announcement. Projected onto the side of a building, bold text flashed in a jittery pattern, reading: "JACKBOYS 2 is on the way." Accompanied by audio booming over the speakers with the phrase, "What the fck is we doing?"* the teaser has set the internet ablaze. Scott's JACKBOYS imprint, featuring Don Toliver, Sheck Wes, and SoFaygo, dominated the charts with their self-titled compilation, becoming the first No. 1 album of the 2020s. Now, fans are eager to see how the group's sound has evolved over five years. This isn't the first time Scott has hinted at a sequel. During his 2024 performance at Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash, he gave credit to his labelmates, saying: "I'm nothing without Sheck Wes, I'm nothing without Don Toliver, I'm nothing without SoFaygo… We've been thinking about doing a 'JACKBOYS 2'." Don Toliver also fueled speculation earlier this year by reposting the original JACKBOYS trailer on Instagram, leading fans to believe an announcement was near. Months later, Scott has finally delivered. With his recent statement about pushing the boundaries of hip-hop, JACKBOYS 2 could mark another sonic evolution for the collective. Now, all eyes are on Scott and his team as fans anticipate the next chapter of JACKBOYS' reign.
