An Atlanta man accused of stealing unreleased music tied to Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour has turned down a plea deal and is choosing to fight the charges in court.
Kelvin Evans appeared before a judge earlier this week and made his stance clear, saying he is “ready to go to trial.” Prosecutors had offered him a five-year sentence, but after rejecting the deal, he now faces up to six years in prison if convicted.
Theft Allegedly Happened During Tour Stop
The incident dates back to July 2025, when Beyoncé’s highly anticipated Cowboy Carter tour stopped in Atlanta for three shows at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
According to police reports, a vehicle belonging to members of Beyoncé’s team was broken into near the stadium. The car, a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, reportedly belonged to choreographer Christopher Grant.
Grant and dancer Diandre Blue told authorities that the vehicle’s rear window had been smashed, and several valuable items were stolen.
Stolen Items Included Unreleased Music
Among the stolen belongings were:
- Two MacBook laptops
- Apple headphones
- Designer clothing and accessories
- Jump drives containing unreleased Beyoncé music
- Show footage plans and past and future setlists
The theft quickly made headlines due to the sensitive nature of the missing materials.
Investigation and Arrest
Evans was arrested in August 2025 and later pleaded not guilty in January. He now faces multiple charges, including entering a vehicle with intent to commit theft and criminal trespass.
Investigators say the crime was captured on surveillance footage, which allegedly showed a red 2025 Hyundai Elantra linked to the incident. While the stolen items were not recovered, fingerprint evidence was reportedly collected at the scene.
Higher Stakes After Plea Rejection
With Evans declining the plea agreement, prosecutors from the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office are now pursuing the maximum possible sentence.
If convicted, Evans could spend up to six years behind bars. His prior criminal record may also play a role in the sentencing outcome.
What’s Next
The case is now expected to move forward to trial, where more details about the alleged theft—and the fate of the unreleased music—could come to light.
