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Nicki Minaj Calls Out Travis Scott, Spotify After Queen Debuts at No. 2 Behind Astroworld
In a series of tweets, she accuses Travis of artificially inflating his numbers and the streaming service of treating her unfairly
After debuting at the top of the charts, Travis Scott’s latest album Astroworld has notched another week at No. 1, Billboard reports. Coming in at the No. 2 spot is Nicki Minaj’s latest album Queen. Astroworld sold 205,000 equivalent units, with 78,000 from traditional sales. Queen, in the meantime, sold 185,000 units—78,000 were from traditional sales.
Nicki responded to the news in a series of tweets, calling out Travis Scott for selling “season pass” bundles for his upcoming Astroworld tour. “Travis sold over 50K of these,” Nicki wrote. “With no requirement of redeeming the album! With no dates for a tour, etc. I spoke to him. He knows he doesn’t have the #1 album this week.” She also implied that Billboard might change the rules based on the Astroworld rollout.
Later, she called out Spotify for their recent campaign promoting Drake’s Scorpion and claimed that she was being punished for debuting her record during her radio show. She wrote, “Spotify had to teach me a lesson but rewarded the man who has had an Apple radio show the longest; inadvertently helping the Apple platform the most.” She continued, “My label didn’t want to defend me for fear of Spotify trying to teach Ariana a ‘lesson’ too.”
Astroworld was the first album to unseat Drake’s Scorpion, which debuted at the top spot upon its release and spent five weeks straight in that position. This week, Scorpion is at No. 3. Travis’ album had the second-biggest opening week for an album in 2018, second only to Scorpion.
Following the release of Queen, Nicki made some changes to the album, which included the inclusion of her 6ix9ine and Murda Beatz collaboration “FEFE” as a bonus track. Read the op-ed “Nicki Minaj, 6ix9ine, and the Alarming Normalization of Predatory Behavior” on the Pitch.
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From Sobriety to Spotlight: Ray Ray Star Brings Purpose and Power to Live on Tape With Pete Trabucco
When rising artist Ray Ray Star appears on Live on Tape with Pete Trabucco, it represents far more than a standard television booking—it marks a powerful chapter in a story defined by resilience, purpose, and transformation. Known for a sound that blends raw vulnerability with an unfiltered edge, Ray Ray Star has been steadily building a reputation as an artist who doesn’t just perform music, but lives it.
Hosted by Pete Trabucco, the show has long been a platform for voices that matter, and Ray Ray Star brings with him a message that goes far beyond melody. Behind the music is a deeply personal journey—one rooted in 16 years of sobriety, a milestone that has become the foundation of both his life and his art. Rather than leaving that chapter behind, he has embraced it fully, channeling his experiences into songs that speak to struggle, healing, and hope.
What sets Ray Ray Star apart is not just his ability to create compelling music, but his commitment to using that music as a lifeline for others. His work resonates with those who are fighting their own battles, offering not only relatability but also a sense of possibility. Through his lyrics and presence, he creates a space where people feel seen, understood, and inspired to keep going.
During his appearance, audiences can expect an honest and revealing conversation—one that explores the intersection of creativity and recovery, and how the two have become inseparable in his life. It’s this authenticity that continues to draw listeners in and turn casual fans into a loyal and growing community.
This moment on national television isn’t just about exposure—it’s about impact. Ray Ray Star stands as proof that music can be more than entertainment; it can be a force for change, a source of strength, and a reminder that even the hardest journeys can lead to something meaningful.
Listen to Ray Ray Star on Live on Tape with Pete Trabucco here:
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