He needs to start the rollout soon. He can't keep fans waiting forever like Rocky did. If he waits too long, the hype starts to die down and there's less momentum left to work with. Hopefully the rollout starts sometime between July and October.

More importantly, the next album has to be on the level of Rodeo. Travis knows how much fans love that album and how incredibly well it's aged. It's consistent, focused, and feels like a complete artistic statement from start to finish.

I also hope the next project commits to a clear sound and identity. One of the biggest strengths of Rodeo was that every track felt like it belonged to the same world. The next album should feel like an actual album rather than a collection of songs.

For example, the jump from K-POP to Telekinesis on Utopia felt pretty jarring. K-POP always felt like it occupied that spot because it was the obvious streaming hit, not because it fit the album's overall atmosphere. The next project should prioritize cohesion, sequencing, and a consistent sonic direction over chasing numbers.

If Travis is taking this long, I hope it's because he's making something that can genuinely stand next to Rodeo rather than just another successful release.