Backstage Break-In: Beyoncé’s Music Stolen Before Atlanta Shows

Just days before Beyoncé’s sold-out performances in Atlanta, someone stole more than memories; they made off with unreleased music, show plans, and personal belongings.

The Cowboy Carter Tour had been smooth sailing since it kicked off in April at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium. From heartfelt moments with her daughters to dazzling stadium shows, Beyoncé was on a career high. But a shocking theft just before her Atlanta stop has added a dramatic twist.

Theft rocks Cowboy Carter Tour behind the scenes

On 8 July, two days before Beyoncé’s first Atlanta concert, a rental vehicle used by her choreographer, Christopher Grant, and one of her dancers was broken into. Among the items stolen:

• Hard drives with unreleased Beyoncé music

• Tour set lists and production notes

• An Apple MacBook and luxury clothing

• Headphones reportedly belonging to Blue Ivy

Police confirmed that the devices were briefly tracked after the theft, but there is no indication that the stolen items have been recovered. An arrest warrant has been issued, but the suspect’s identity has not been made public.

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Fans react: “Still she slays”

News of the theft spread quickly, with the BeyHive flooding social media in disbelief. The incident sparked both concern and praise, concern over the potential leak of unreleased music and praise for Beyoncé’s composure.

“She lost music, clothes and tech, and still delivered a perfect show. That’s queen behaviour,” one user posted on X.

Despite the behind-the-scenes drama, Beyoncé went on to perform all four scheduled Atlanta shows without missing a beat. Her professionalism, many said, turned a potential PR crisis into another show of strength.

Tour tension builds: car prop scare in Houston

This isn’t the first unexpected twist on the Cowboy Carter Tour. Earlier in Houston, Beyoncé experienced a mid-air malfunction during her song “16 Carriages.”

While suspended above the crowd in a red convertible prop, the car tilted unexpectedly. Beyoncé calmly signalled for the crew to pause. The vehicle was safely lowered, and she later returned to the stage, thanking fans for their patience.

Las Vegas awaits

The Cowboy Carter Tour will wrap up with two final performances in Las Vegas later this July. And if Beyoncé’s track record this year is anything to go by, the show, no matter what happens backstage, will go on flawlessly.

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