Ye postpones Marseille gig after UK entry ban disrupts Europe tour
Ye (formerly Kanye West) postponed his Marseille concert after a UK entry ban, with the update reported by Samuel Petrequin on April 15, 2026.
Tag
Ye
All articles tagged with #ye
France weighs blocking Ye’s Marseille show amid antisemitism backlash
France is evaluating whether Kanye West (Ye) can be barred from performing June 11 at Marseille’s Vélodrome due to backlash over past antisemitic remarks, with officials citing potential criminal offense or public order risks; the stance follows his UK Wireless Festival travel ban and sponsor withdrawals, though West continues to draw crowds elsewhere.
Kanye West's comeback: back on stage amid banter, backlash, and a new album
Ye’s return is a paradox: sold‑out shows at SoFi Stadium for his new album Bully underscore a comeback that’s met with praise, controversy and a UK travel ban over past antisemitic remarks, highlighting a career defined by cycles of provocation and contrition even as he maintains a devoted fanbase and continues European tour dates.
Kanye West’s Comeback Sparks Global Debate, Not Consensus
Kanye West’s return has sparked a global split: the U.K. quickly moved to cancel his Wireless Festival slot over antisemitism concerns, while in the U.S. his Bully era shows drew big crowds and cautious optimism. Critics warn his apology reads more like image rehabilitation and worry he remains a vessel for hate speech and political controversy, leaving unanswered questions about accountability and genuine change. With upcoming dates in India and elsewhere, the trajectory of his comeback remains uncertain and deeply polarized.
Denied Entry: Ye, Snoop Dogg, and a List of Musicians Blocked by UK Visas
Rolling Stone revisits how Kanye West (Ye) was refused entry to the UK, leading to Wireless Festival’s three-night cancellation after sponsors pulled support. The piece also recalls other artists denied or delayed entry over the years—Snoop Dogg (2006–2008), Busta Rhymes, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Tyler, the Creator, Tekashi 6ix9ine, Benny the Butcher, and Ja Rule—often for criminal history, past conduct, or rhetoric deemed not conducive to the public good. Some bans were later eased or overturned, illustrating a broader pattern of UK immigration decisions affecting major tours and appearances.
Ye Announces a One‑Night LA Show at SoFi Stadium on April 3
Kanye West, who now goes by Ye, announced an April 3 concert at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, billed as his only Los Angeles performance. The show accompanies the long‑delayed album Bully due this month and follows a Wall Street Journal apology ad addressing antisemitic remarks. Tickets go on sale Tuesday.
Ye Nods Off on the Stand in Malibu Mansion Trial
Kanye West, known as Ye, struggled to stay awake while testifying in a Los Angeles courtroom over his Malibu mansion designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando, repeatedly yawning and saying “I don’t recall” about the renovation work. The contractor Tony Saxon is suing for unpaid wages, unsafe conditions and wrongful termination as Ye gutted the property to a concrete shell—without windows, doors, electricity or plumbing—while pursuing an off-the-grid vision. Ye bought the estate for $57 million in 2021 and sold it for $21 million in 2024.
Ye Delivers Sleepy, 'I Don’t Recall' Testimony in Malibu Mansion Trial
Kanye West (now Ye) testified in a Malibu mansion renovation case, appearing sleepy on the stand and repeatedly saying 'I don’t recall' as witnesses described long yawns and momentary dozing; the contractor Tony Saxon is seeking about $1 million in wages and expenses, while Ye and his wife Bianca Censori offered mostly brief yes/no answers and memories of a single detail about Saxon’s odor.
Ye Defends WSJ Ad as Sincere, Eyes a Bully-Focused Comeback
Kanye West (Ye) ran a full-page WSJ ad claiming he’s not antisemitic and explaining his bipolar disorder, prompting scrutiny over whether the move is a PR stunt ahead of his Bully album. He later told Vanity Fair that his music remains hugely popular and pushed back against the notion that the apology is designed to revive his commercial appeal, as the public weighs the sincerity of his public comeback amid ongoing controversy.
Ye apologizes in WSJ ad for antisemitic posts, Nazi praise, cites mental-health struggles
Rapper Ye (Kanye West) issues a full-page Wall Street Journal ad apologizing for antisemitic posts and praise of Nazism, saying he lost touch with reality and citing a 2002 car crash injury and a bipolar-type-1 diagnosis; he vows accountability and treatment, denies being a Nazi or antisemitic, and apologizes to the Black community while reflecting on his past behavior.
Ye’s WSJ Ad Blames Brain Injury for Antisemitic Behavior, Seeks Forgiveness
Ye published a full-page WSJ apology addressing antisemitic remarks and merchandise, attributing his past outbursts to an undiagnosed brain injury from a 2002 car crash and a bipolar-1 diagnosis; he says he found solace in Reddit forums, pledges accountability and treatment, and acknowledges the harm to himself, the Black community, and brand partners, while insisting he is not Nazi or antisemitic.
Ye runs full-page WSJ apology for antisemitic outbursts, cites bipolar disorder
Ye published a full-page ad in The Wall Street Journal to apologize for antisemitic posts from 2025, saying he was in a manic episode, detailing a 2023 bipolar diagnosis, and pledging accountability, treatment, and meaningful change while pursuing new music and art.
Australia Denies Entry to Kanye West Over Controversial Song
Australia revoked Kanye West's visa after he released a pro-Nazi song, citing concerns over bigotry and antisemitism, and emphasizing that freedom of speech does not extend to importing hate. The decision reflects Australia's stance against offensive and antisemitic comments, despite Ye's long-standing ties to the country through family.
Australia cancels Kanye West's visa over controversial song
Australia has canceled rapper Ye's visa after he released the antisemitic song 'Heil Hitler,' citing concerns over promoting Nazism and importing bigotry, especially amid rising antisemitic attacks in the country.
Bianca Censori and Kanye West's Public Appearances Spark Attention
Ye and Bianca Censori appear to be still together despite previous divorce rumors and tabloid speculation, with recent sightings suggesting they are reconciling and spending time together in New York.