Young Thug Set for Comeback Performance at Belgium’s Les Ardentes Festival Despite Legal Battles
Young Thug is making a highly anticipated return to the stage after securing his release through a plea deal, with his first post-incarceration performance set for July 5 at Belgium’s Les Ardentes Festival. This marks his first live show since his 2022 arrest, but despite the announcement, the rapper has remained silent about future U.S. performances.
While his plea deal requires him to perform four charity shows annually, no such events have been scheduled, leaving fans wondering what’s next for the Atlanta star. Adding further complications to his comeback, Thug is embroiled in a legal dispute with entertainment giant AEG, which could impact his ability to book future concerts.
AEG Lawsuit: A $6M Dispute Over Concert Rights
AEG claims that Young Thug signed a 2017 agreement securing him a $5.25 million loan, but after allegedly failing to repay, the company asserts it gained control over his publishing rights and exclusive promotion rights for his concerts.
The lawsuit, filed in 2022, accuses Thug of breaching this contract by secretly booking performances outside of AEG’s control, allegedly pocketing six-figure sums.
“Despite granting AEG the exclusive right to promote Mr. Williams’ concerts under the terms of the 2017 Artist Agreement, YSL and Mr. Williams immediately failed and refused to honor their respective obligations by performing concerts without AEG’s involvement and retaining all proceeds,” AEG’s attorney Kathleen Jorie stated.
More Legal Troubles: Government Seizure of Assets
Beyond his dispute with AEG, Young Thug is also fighting the government over assets seized during raids on his home. Authorities confiscated luxury cars, jewelry, and large sums of cash, including high-end vehicles such as a Porsche 911, Mercedes-Benz GLS Maybach, Chevrolet Corvette, Dodge Durango, and a Can-Am Spyder—spanning model years 2015 to 2022.
With no response from Thug’s camp regarding AEG’s claims, uncertainty looms over his scheduled festival appearance and potential future tour dates. While his European return is set, fans eagerly await news on whether the rapper will be able to perform freely in the U.S. amid ongoing legal complications.