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Offset Sparks Controversy: Rapper Faces Backlash for Performing in Russia Amid Industry Boycott!

Offset has announced a performance in Russia set for April despite his parent label, Universal Music Group, having suspended all operations and closed offices there, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine. The Migos rapper confirmed plans for a performance at Moscow’s MTC Live Hall on April 18 with a post to his Instagram Story on Tuesday (March 4), which included a flyer featuring himself and a link to ticketing information.

Set is currently signed to Motown Records under the Universal Music Group umbrella. Billboard has reached out to reps for Offset as well as Universal Music Group and Interscope/Capitol for comment. UMG announced it was pulling out of Russia in March 2022, after the country launched its attack on Ukraine. “We urge an end to the violence in Ukraine as soon as possible,” a spokesperson for UMG said at the time. “We are adhering to international sanctions and, along with our employees and artists, have been working with groups from a range of countries to support humanitarian relief efforts to bring urgent aid to refugees in the region.” Other major Western music companies — such as Live Nation, Sony Music and Warner Music Group — also exited the country. However, some artists are starting to work their way back to performing in Russia. DaBaby, who is signed to Interscope Records/Universal Music Group, posted clips of his time in Moscow last week, where he performed a show. Offset has stayed busy on the music side in 2025. He returned with his island-tinged single “Ten” on Valentine’s Day.

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