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Travis Scott is regarded as one of the best live performers in hip-hop. Music critics have commended his impressive stage presence, ability to hype the crowd, and use of artistic props to simulate an otherworldly ambiance.
The rapper's inaugural AstroFest festival, held in 2018, was one of the most talked about concerts that year and set a standard for stage props as featured artists like Kanye West, Drake, and Juice WRLD were reportedly amazed at his setup. The rapper's subsequent concerts, like UTOPIA and Circus Maximus, were praised for their exciting setlists and Scott's interactions with the crowd.
From Travis Scott's Austin City Limits festival to his 2024 Grammy Awards performances, below are some of his best live performances to watch in 2024.
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Disclaimer: This article reflects the writer's opinion only and is ranked in no particular order.
Austin City Limits festival, 2022 Billboard Music performance, and other Travis Scott live performances to watch in 2024
1) The Austin City Limits festival performance in 2018
In October 2018, the Houston native headlined the third night of the Austin City Limits festival and delivered an electrifying performance for thousands of fans assembled at Zilker Park in Texas. The rapper performed a medley of his critically acclaimed hits, beginning with Stargazing, the lead single from his chart-topping album Astroworld.
The five-song rendition also included hits like No Bystanders, Goosebumps, Pick Up the Phone, and fan favorite Sicko Mode. The stage effects and artful visuals, like flamed horses and action figures inspired by the artist himself, accentuate the rap sensation's energetic performance.
2) Sicko Mode performance at LA Staples Center in 2018
For the second night of Drake's 7-night Los Angeles concert held in October 2018, he surprised the crowd by bringing basketball star Lebron James and Grammy-nominee Travis Scott on stage for a rendition of the latter's hit song, Sicko Mode.
The trap song was released on August 3, 2018, from Scott's third music album, Astroworld. During the performance, the Lakers power forward, Drake's longtime friend, played the role of designated hype man.
Drake and Travis Scott performed the hit song for the excited fans at the 950,000 Square feet stadium.
3) 2022 Billboard Music Award Performance
In May 2022, the rapper, dressed in a white long-sleeve t-shirt and fur-lined pants, graced the Billboard Music Award Ceremony stage in Las Vegas.
The Billboard performance was his first time mounting an award show stage after the tragic incident at his Astroworld Festival concert in Houston in November 2021 that claimed the lives of ten concertgoers.
Scott was welcomed on the stage by hosts French Montana and Sean Diddy Combs, and the rapper delivered a refreshing performance of two of his hit jams, Mafia and Lost Forever, with backup dancers performing choreographed fight scenes.
4) 2024 Grammy Performance
Travis Scott, nominated in the Best Rap Album category at the 2024 Grammy Awards show, was included in the lineup of artists to perform at the prestigious award ceremony. He delivered a captivating performance with hits like FE!N, My Eyes, and I Know? from his nineteen-track album, Utopia.
The artist's energy-filled performance was complemented by a dark ambiance prop setting featuring strobe lightning, smoke, and strategically mounted speakers, evoking a typical sinister atmosphere.
The rapper highlighted the medley by destroying chairs and other props, solidifying the performance as one of the most talked about of the night.
5) 2023 iHeartRadio Music Festival Performance performance
On September 23, 2023, Travis Scott was the closing act at the iHeartRadio Music Festival. The artist shut down the T-Mobile arena situated in Las Vegas and performed nine songs, including classics like Sicko Mode and Goosebumps and songs from his recent album, Utopia.
American record producer and Disc Jockey Chase B used his skills from the DJ booth to complement the 33-year-old rapper’s renditions. The duo debuted the rapper's K-Pop single, featuring Bad Bunny and The Weeknd, and closed out the festival in a grande style.
Scott’s performance at the festival also gave fans an insight into what to expect at his Circus Maximus tour held in October of the same year.
Other Travis Scott live performances to watch include his Wireless 2023 festival performance and O2 Arena performance in August 2022.
