TMZ reports that the rapper was turned away at the Canadian border yesterday (July 9) hours ahead of performing at Calgary's Cowboys Music Festival, an event coinciding with the Calgary Stampede.
It's currently unclear why G-Eazy was turned away, though his recent arrest for assault and cocaine possession could be a potential factor. There was no word on whether or not he tried to use a copy of XXL as I.D. at the gate.
Cowboys Music Festival issued a statement to festivalgoers. It read, "G-Eazy is unable to perform tonight due to reasons beyond our control. Refunds will be processed at the online point of purchase (Showpass)."
Needless to say, the rapper's Calgary contingent of fans wasn't too happy to hear the news. As Twitter user @jortsftw tweeted, those in attendance reportedly started a "fuck G-Eazy" chant upon learning of the cancellation.
@halsey you would've really enjoyed the entire cowboys tent chanting "fuck g-eazy" last night
— bells (@jortsftw) July 10, 2018
You can find further reaction from the cancellation below.
@G_Eazy really broke my heart tonight. Calgary stampede missed you. Please try to come soon 😭😭
— Nic (@nicole_scott223) July 10, 2018
The crowd was chanting fuck @G_Eazy tonight... I didnt join in but man did you disappoint a lot of fans and then not say anything..
— Alexandra Hachey (@alex___megan) July 10, 2018
@G_Eazy i still love u with all my heart. i hope u can come to calgary soon
— chanel (@ayeechanel) July 10, 2018
Fuck with G and lose your money. @G_Eazy thanks man. 👍🏻 #Stampede
— Lucas Flaviano (@LucasFlavv) July 10, 2018
Maybe G-Eazy should change his name to G-Hard...as in "G it's HARD to get through Customs at YYC." #Stampede2018 pic.twitter.com/nRKE9Qyofw
— Notorious YYC (@985TylerHall) July 10, 2018
@G_Eazy everyone in #yyc at stampede is SO disappointed. We all made plans for this on a MONDAY night and took time off work tomorrow. You upset A LOT of fans. Not cool,
— Céline Young (@celinemyoung) July 10, 2018