Travis Scott Addresses Amanda Lepore’s Absence on Astroworld Cover Art

Leading as much as the discharge of his new album Astroworld, Travis Scott revealed the report’s cover art, shot by photographer Dave LaChapelle, who then shared alternate art work that includes the enduring transgender mannequin Amanda Lepore. Travis then posted a brand new model through which Lepore was notably absent, resulting in backlash from individuals who suspected that the motion was rooted in transphobia. Take a have a look at the brand new variations beneath.

Now, Travis Scott has issued a press release addressing Lepore’s absence from the Astroworld art work. “Yo Amanda you did upstage everyone even me ?and i can’t wait for everyone to see the booklet that me and Dave put together that includes all these images,» he wrote. “Sorry for the misunderstanding… EVERY ONE IS WELCOME TO ASTROWORLD!” Earlier within the assertion, he clarifies, “I have nothing but respect for the LGBTQ community.” Pitchfork has reached out to representatives to Travis Scott for additional remark.

Astroworld arrived final night time, hours after Travis Scott carried out at Lollapalooza 2018. It featured the Drake-featuring “Sicko Mode” and the opening observe “Stargazing.”

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