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Kanye West Performs at SoFi Stadium Amidst Production Issues; London Festival Appearance Draws Criticism

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Kanye West performed at SoFi Stadium, featuring an 'Earth orb' stage design and a live Instagram broadcast. The performance experienced multiple pauses due to reported production issues, with West specifically criticizing lighting problems. Separately, West's scheduled appearance at the 2026 Wireless Festival in London drew criticism from the Jewish Leadership Council and London Mayor Sadiq Khan.

SoFi Stadium Performance

Kanye West performed at SoFi Stadium, utilizing a stage designed as an 'Earth orb' and incorporating smoke effects. During the performance, West wore a mask. The concert was live-streamed on Instagram, allowing a wider audience to view the event.

The setlist for the performance included:

  • KING
  • THIS IS A MUST
  • FATHER
  • ALL THE LOVE (with an extended outro)
  • Father Stretch My Hands Pt. 1
  • Can’t Tell Me Nothing
  • Paris
  • Mercy
  • Praise God
  • Black Skinhead

Reported Production Issues

During the concert, West paused his performance multiple times. These interruptions were attributed to reported production issues. West specifically criticized organizers for lighting problems during his rendition of the song "Good Life."

London Festival Controversy

Following the SoFi Stadium event, West's announced participation in the 2026 Wireless Festival in London became a point of discussion. This engagement is billed as his first London show in over a decade.

The Jewish Leadership Council publicly criticized the decision to include West in the festival lineup. London Mayor Sadiq Khan also issued a statement distancing the city from the rapper's planned concert.