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Travis Scott

Travis Scott, born Jacques Bermon Webster II, is a prominent American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He has achieved significant commercial success with five number-one hits on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and over one hundred charting songs. His accolades include a Latin Grammy Award, a Billboard Music Award, an MTV Video Music Award, and multiple BET Hip Hop Awards, in addition to ten Grammy nominations. Scott's musical style is characterized by a blend of traditional hip-hop and lo-fi elements, often described as "ambient," with influences from Kanye West and Kid Cudi, from whom he partially derived his stage name.

1991: Establishment of Evisu

In 1991, Hidehiko Yamane founded Evisu, a Japanese denim brand that partnered with Travis Scott in 2020.

1992: Previous celebrity meal before Travis Scott

In 1992, McDonald's launched a "McJordan" burger with Michael Jordan in the Chicago metropolitan area. This marked the previous celebrity meal before Travis Scott's collaboration in 2020.

2010: Release of Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager

In 2010, Kid Cudi released his album Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager, which was compared to Travis Scott's debut mixtape Owl Pharaoh.

2013: Debut Mixtape Owl Pharaoh

In 2013, Travis Scott released his debut mixtape Owl Pharaoh which was compared to Kid Cudi's Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager.

2015: Collaboration with A Bathing Ape (BAPE)

In 2015, Travis Scott collaborated with A Bathing Ape (BAPE) for his first project with the streetwear brand, creating a collection of three pieces, consisting of a shark hoodie, a long-sleeve tee, and a t-shirt with Scott's "La Flame" touch on the ape logo.

2015: Arrest at Lollapalooza

In 2015, Travis Scott was arrested for disorderly conduct at Lollapalooza after inciting concertgoers to rush the stage. He pleaded guilty to reckless conduct and received one year of supervised release.

2016: Release of Music Video for "Last Time"

In 2016, Harmony Korine teamed with Travis Scott and Gucci Mane to release a collaborative music video for their collaboration "Last Time", directed by David Helman.

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2016: Collaboration with Diamond Supply Co.

In 2016, Travis Scott collaborated with Diamond Supply Co. to launch a clothing collection consisting of graphic tees, long-sleeve tees, hoodies, coach jackets, and dad hats.

2017: Arrest for Similar Conduct and Lawsuit

In 2017, Travis Scott was arrested for similar conduct to his Lollapalooza behavior at a performance in Northwest Arkansas. That same year, a fan sued Scott and organizers after falling from a balcony at a concert in Manhattan.

2017: Collaboration with Houston Rockets

In 2017, the Houston Rockets collaborated with Travis Scott for Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals. All fans received a t-shirt designed by Travis Scott, featuring the Rockets playoff slogan, "Run as One".

May 4, 2018: Release of "Watch" single

On May 4, 2018, Travis Scott released the single "Watch" featuring Lil Uzi Vert and Kanye West, serving as promotional material for his upcoming album, Astroworld.

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August 3, 2018: Release of Astroworld

On August 3, 2018, Travis Scott released his third studio album, Astroworld, to critical acclaim. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.

November 2, 2018: Feature on Metro Boomin's album

On November 2, 2018, Travis Scott was featured on five tracks of Metro Boomin's debut studio album, Not All Heroes Wear Capes, showcasing his collaborative presence in the music scene.

2018: Interest in Broadway Theatre

In 2018, Travis Scott expressed his interest in Broadway theatre, stating he would like to do an album of show tune covers and write his own musical in the future.

April 18, 2019: Release of "Power is Power"

On April 18, 2019, Travis Scott released "Power is Power" with SZA and The Weeknd, a single for the HBO series Game of Thrones, featured on the soundtrack album For the Throne.

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April 30, 2019: Announcement of Cactus Jack Air Jordan 1 Collaboration with Nike

On April 30, 2019, Travis Scott announced a collaboration with Nike to release his Cactus Jack Air Jordan 1's in May of that year.

May 23, 2019: Featured on Young Thug's single "The London"

On May 23, 2019, Travis Scott was featured alongside J. Cole on Young Thug's single, "The London", which served as the lead single on Thug's debut studio album, So Much Fun.

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August 28, 2019: Release of documentary film Look Mom I Can Fly

On August 28, 2019, Travis Scott's documentary film, Look Mom I Can Fly, was released on Netflix, offering fans an inside look into his life and career.

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October 4, 2019: Release of "Highest in the Room"

On October 4, 2019, Travis Scott released the single "Highest in the Room", which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his first song to debut at the top.

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December 2, 2019: Announcement of JackBoys compilation album

On December 2, 2019, Travis Scott announced a compilation album with his Cactus Jack label members, titled JackBoys, featuring Don Toliver, Sheck Wes, and producer Chase B.

December 27, 2019: Release of JackBoys album

On December 27, 2019, Travis Scott released the JackBoys album, featuring a remix of "Highest in the Room" with Rosalía and Lil Baby.

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December 30, 2019: Release of "Gatti" music video

On December 30, 2019, Travis Scott released the music video for "Gatti", featuring Pop Smoke, adding to his visual discography.

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2019: Injuries at Astroworld

In 2019, three people were trampled and injured as a crowd rushed to enter the compound at Astroworld.

March 20, 2020: Release of "Out West" music video

On March 20, 2020, Travis Scott released the music video for "Out West", featuring Young Thug, further promoting his collaborative projects.

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August 22, 2020: Release of "The Plan"

On August 22, 2020, Travis Scott released the single "The Plan", which served as the theme song for Christopher Nolan's film Tenet.

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September 2020: Collaboration with McDonald's to Launch "The Travis Scott" Meal

In September 2020, Travis Scott collaborated with McDonald's to launch a limited edition meal called "The Travis Scott," a variation on their Quarter Pounder with Cheese. The partnership included McDonald's and Cactus Jack-branded merchandise.

September 2020: GQ Cover and Collaborative Album Announcement

In September 2020, Travis Scott was on the cover of GQ's September issue, and he revealed he would be releasing a collaborative album with Kid Cudi, following the success of their single, "The Scotts", released earlier in May.

September 25, 2020: Release of "Franchise"

On September 25, 2020, Travis Scott released the single "Franchise" featuring Young Thug and M.I.A. The song debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.

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October 7, 2020: Release of "Franchise" remix

On October 7, 2020, Travis Scott released a remix of his song "Franchise" featuring an additional verse from Future.

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October 2020: Joining PlayStation Team as Strategic Creative Partner

In October 2020, Travis Scott joined the PlayStation team as a Strategic Creative Partner to promote the PlayStation 5 console. Special merchandise, including a previously unseen version of Nike Dunk Lows, were released, and an unboxing video was uploaded to YouTube.

November 2020: Establishment of the Cactus Jack Foundation

In November 2020, Travis Scott established the Cactus Jack Foundation to assist Houston youth with education expenses and creative endeavors.

2020: Formation of The Scotts and Release of Single

In 2020, Travis Scott and Kid Cudi, as The Scotts, released their debut collaborative single, "The Scotts," which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

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2020: Collaboration with Epic Games for Fortnite Merchandise and "Astronomical" Event

In 2020, Travis Scott and his Cactus Jack team collaborated with Epic Games to launch new merchandise inspired by Fortnite, including clothing, action figures, and Nerf guns. They also set records with the success of Scott's "Astronomical 'Fortnite'" event, a live concert within Fortnite that drew millions of views.

2020: Partnership with Evisu

In 2020, Travis Scott partnered with Evisu, a Japanese denim brand founded in 1991, marking another collaboration for his clothing line.

January 15, 2021: Release of Goosebumps remix

On January 15, 2021, Travis Scott released a remix of "Goosebumps" with producer HVME.

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June 24, 2021: Collaboration with Dior

On June 24, 2021, Travis Scott announced a collaboration with Dior for a menswear collection scheduled for release in the summer of 2021. A live stream on June 25 showcased the collection and snippets of songs from his upcoming fourth studio album Utopia.

August 2, 2021: Signing Movie Production Deal and Announcing Utopia Film

On August 2, 2021, Travis Scott signed a movie production deal with A24 and announced the completion of a draft for a film based on his then-upcoming fourth studio album Utopia, which would later be revealed to be Circus Maximus.

September 7, 2021: Announcement of Second Pregnancy

On September 7, 2021, Kylie Jenner revealed that she and Travis Scott were expecting their second child.

October 30, 2021: Performed at Rolling Loud NYC

On October 30, 2021, Travis Scott closed out day 3 of Rolling Loud NYC, performing the unreleased song "Escape Plan" and previewing another unreleased track from Utopia.

November 5, 2021: Release of "Escape Plan / Mafia"

On November 5, 2021, Travis Scott released a two-song single "Escape Plan / Mafia", after hinting at a project titled Dystopia.

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December 2021: Toy Giveaway by Cactus Jack Foundation

In December 2021, the Cactus Jack Foundation gave out thousands of toys to the children of Houston.

2021: Cover Story in i-D Magazine

In 2021, Travis Scott was featured on the cover of i-D Magazine Issue 362 "Utopia in Dystopia", photographed by Spike Jonze and included a limited-edition merch capsule release.

2021: End of Fortnite Collaboration

In 2021, the collaboration between Travis Scott and Epic Games for Fortnite merchandise and events came to an end.

2021: Celebrity Meal Trend Exported to Europe

In the fall of 2021, the celebrity meal trend popularized by Travis Scott was exported to Europe, with Spanish singer Aitana becoming the first European act to have her own McDonald's meal.

April 22, 2022: Featured on "Hold That Heat"

On April 22, 2022, Travis Scott was featured on his first song since the Astroworld Festival crowd crush, "Hold That Heat" alongside Future and producer Southside.

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April 27, 2022: Scheduled to perform at Primavera Sound festival

On April 27, 2022, the Primavera Sound festival announced that Travis Scott is scheduled to perform at their festivals held in Buenos Aires, Santiago, and São Paulo respectively.

May 15, 2022: Performed at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards

On May 15, 2022, Travis Scott performed at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards, marking his first performance since the Astroworld Festival tragedy in 2021.

May 17, 2022: Announcement of Scholarship Program

On May 17, 2022, Travis Scott announced that he would give away $1 million in scholarships to 100 HBCU college students from the graduating class of 2022 through the Cactus Jack Foundation.

August 6, 2022: First Solo Show Since Astroworld Tragedy

On August 6, 2022, Travis Scott performed his first solo show since the Astroworld Festival tragedy at The O2 Arena in London, marking a significant return to live performances.

December 2022: Cancellation of The Scotts Album Announced

In December 2022, Kid Cudi revealed that he and Travis Scott were no longer working on their collaborative album, effectively announcing its cancellation.

2022: Headlining Mirror Mirror Event Hosted by Virgil Abloh Securities

In 2022, Travis Scott and Skepta headlined Mirror Mirror, a one-day music festival in Miami, Florida, hosted by Virgil Abloh Securities to honor Virgil Abloh's legacy.

2022: Launch of Project HEAL

In 2022, Travis Scott launched Project HEAL through his Cactus Jack Foundation, a multi-tier initiative providing $5 million for community-based initiatives in Texas.

March 1, 2023: Assault Allegation at New York City Nightclub

On March 1, 2023, Travis Scott allegedly punched a sound technician at a New York City nightclub and damaged sound equipment. Police were called, and a warrant was issued for his arrest. The matter was resolved with a settlement and no charges were pressed.

March 2, 2023: NYPD Issued Warrant for Scott's Arrest

On March 2, 2023, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) issued a warrant for Travis Scott's arrest in relation to the incident on March 1, 2023.

March 19, 2023: Performed at MDLBEAST in Jeddah

On March 19, 2023, Travis Scott and DJ Calvin Harris performed at MDLBEAST in Jeddah, on the eve of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

June 29, 2023: Grand Jury Declines to Indict Scott

On June 29, 2023, a Texas grand jury declined to indict Travis Scott in a criminal probe of the crowd surge incident.

July 2023: Kid Cudi States the Album is Happening

In July 2023, Kid Cudi stated that the album for The Scotts “is [definitely] happening at some point.”

July 21, 2023: Release of "K-pop"

On July 21, 2023, Travis Scott released "K-pop" with Bad Bunny and The Weeknd as the lead single to his upcoming album Utopia.

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February 4, 2024: Performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards

On February 4, 2024, Travis Scott performed at the 2024 Grammy Awards, showcasing "My Eyes", "Fein", and "I Know ?" from Utopia, which was nominated for Rap Album of the year. The performance of "Fein" also included Playboi Carti

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June 20, 2024: Arrest in Miami Beach

In the early hours of June 20, 2024, Travis Scott was arrested in Miami Beach on charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing. He was released after posting a $650 bond.

August 9, 2024: Arrest in Paris

On August 9, 2024, Travis Scott was arrested in Paris after an alleged altercation with his bodyguard escalated to include a security guard at the George V hotel. He was later released without charges.

August 18, 2024: Days Before Rodeo 10th Anniversary Announcement

On August 18, 2024, Travis Scott announced in celebration of the 10th anniversary of Days Before Rodeo, that a remastered version of the mixtape would be released on August 23.

January 6, 2025: WWE Raw Appearance and Theme Song Reveal

On January 6, 2025, Travis Scott made his WWE debut on WWE Raw, where his song "4x4" was revealed as the show's opening theme and he escorted Jey Uso to the ring.

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January 24, 2025: Release of "4x4"

On January 24, 2025, Travis Scott released the single "4x4", which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming his fifth-number one single on the chart.

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March 1, 2025: Appearance at Elimination Chamber: Toronto

On March 1, 2025, Travis Scott appeared at the Elimination Chamber: Toronto event, accompanying Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson to the ring and later attacking Cody Rhodes, establishing himself as a villain and injuring Rhodes.

April 20, 2025: WrestleMania 41 Interference

On April 20, 2025, Travis Scott interfered in the main event of WrestleMania 41 Night 2, walking out to his song "Fein" and helping John Cena win his record 17th world championship in WWE.

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July 10, 2025: Announcement of Jackboys 2 Release

On July 10, 2025, Travis Scott announced the long-teased compilation album Jackboys 2 was set to release the following Sunday on July 13, 2025.

July 13, 2025: Release of Jackboys 2

On July 13, 2025, Jackboys 2 was released by Travis Scott.

2025: Appointment as Chief Visionary Officer at Oakley

In 2025, Travis Scott was appointed Chief Visionary Officer by the eyewear brand Oakley, a role intended to influence the company’s creative direction.