Social media within the last decade or so has revealed the conspiracy theorist wildfire we didn’t know existed. 30 or 40 years ago we thought conspiracy theorists were tin foiled, hat-wearing eccentric people. With social media, however, we see that it is common. Or is it? What’s even more concerning is what people will do for attention for views. Views from people they will never meet, even if monetized it’s still superficial. Online views vs in person according to psychologists are vastly different. In-person, the body releases dopamine and chemicals and is reassured that they are accepted. Online? Alike or follow or comment feels minute even if reassuring. You can see their body language or anything. At best a comment seems good but you can’t even hear the tone or appreciation. An echo chamber of online conspiracy theories shows the lack of independent free thought in media today. Travis Scott is the newest victim of such inadequate thinking. But what do Astroworld attendees who are idol worshippers of Travis Scott and the media have in common? The real reason for Travis Scott Astroworld isn’t demonic and will surprise you.

“These critics with the illusions they’ve created about artists-it’s like idol worship. They only like people when t they’re on their way up. I cannot be on the way up again..”-

John Lennon

Selling your soul for worldly gains isn’t new and doesn’t apply to just music. The go-to conspiracy for music tragedies seems to be of satanic origin is played out and should be challenged. In fact, Jesus was tempted by satan with the world while fasting on the mountain several thousands of years ago. It’s easy to point the finger but would most of you would be able to deny the world if the devil offered it to you?.. Probably not and here’s why..First off, the devil would never appear as “the devil” if you were being offered the world. Wanting fame is literally having the world offered to you. There are resources, people, and injustices that you can get away with that the average person can’t. However, while wanting fame you may not be aware of this, you just want the attention. If Travis Scott Astroworld IS demonic then so were the fans and the media that is saying he is…Here’s why..

Independent thinkers aren’t against the possibility of a conspiracy but they will challenge it, just like everything else.

First, let’s discuss the media then the fans..The same level of attention and adoration that Travis Scott had at his concert, independent media secretly envy’s. why else would everyone be doing the same conspiracies on the same stories? To generate hits, attention, views, revenue…Even media does the same story, why not a different perspective? Because their aware that there is a certain algorithm and narrative that goes into conspiracy theories and rap music. People aren’t programmed to think any different or even consider it..Quite simply this is a projection of the media’s wishes and jealousy. Furthermore, how many social media influencers are calling Travis Scott demonic but are consumers of his music? Speaking of consumers of music let’s address the fans..or Idol worshippers.

Here’s why its amazing china declares war on pop culture

It must be said that it is very unfortunate for everyone involved at Travis Scott Astroworld’s concert. For the injured, killed and even eyewitnesses will never forget this incident. And neither should you. Idol worship of another celebrity, or human being is a grave sin…This is what the bible and mostly all religious systems say. Ask yourself, do religious people kill other religious people while trying to worship? This isn’t to say that violence doesn’t happen in the name of religion either. Perhaps this is why the Taliban say that music is a sin also. It’s worth contemplating however crazy it may sound by “modern standards”.

It sounds crazy because we all love music, it helps us get through life and enjoy it at other times. It’s not that the feeling is bad but when it’s untamed and not redirected correctly it creates chaos. For instance, enjoying a music video of Travis Scott turns into downloading the song to listen to at your leisure. Then it turns into repetitive listens during difficult times in our lives. As a result, we develop a relationship with this artist. We feel that they understand us and speak to us in a way that no one else can…All the while, this is affecting our relationship with God or the creator. What happens when we feel that man gets us through difficult times and not god? We begin the dangerous relationship of Idol Worship..We become cheaters of our spirituality and divorce ourselves from GOD.

Furthermore, even if you feel that you don’t idol worship an entertainer, you can still be the victim in this situation. Because you chose to be around those who do idol worship. It’s no different than being in the middle of a soccer mob. The bigger the crowd the lesser the reasoning will be.

In conclusion, we all need to look inside ourselves for hypocrisy. Deep inside, we’re all afraid to admit that we’ve become the very thing that we despise. And that’s ok, but we have to be honest with ourselves before we can expect the world to tell us the truth..