Beyoncé Removes The Sphere After They Hit The Queen With A Cease-And-Desist

Beyoncé has updated the visuals for her Cowboy Carter tour, swapping out the iconic Las Vegas Sphere for Allegiant Stadium following a cease-and-desist order from the venue's owner.




The original clip, which featured a towering Beyoncé playfully picking up the LED-lit Sphere, was part of the theatrical visuals displayed during her tour performances. However, during her third show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood this past weekend, fans noticed the Sphere had been replaced with Allegiant Stadium, where Beyoncé is set to perform on July 25.




According to the New York Post, which broke the story on May 2, the owners of the Sphere objected to the use of their property in Beyoncé's tour content. In a letter shared by the publication, Sphere Entertainment Group stated the venue was "never asked" for permission and that the depiction and digital manipulation of the Sphere was "unauthorized." Because Beyoncé is not scheduled to perform at the Sphere during her tour, the venue's appearance was considered a misuse of intellectual property.




Despite the controversy, Beyoncé continues to have an impressive year. Before kicking off her "Cowboy Carter" tour, she delivered a standout performance during the NFL's Christmas Halftime Show, showcasing her range and ongoing cultural dominance. The "Cowboy Carter" tour itself has been celebrated for its ambitious production, genre-blending themes, and Beyoncé's bold creative direction. This latest visual adjustment is unlikely to slow down the momentum of what's shaping up to be one of the year's most memorable concert events.



via: https://hiphopwired.com/2700173/beyonce-removes-the-sphere-after-they-hit-the-queen-with-a-cease-and-desist/