festival – The Philadelphia Observer http://philadelphiaobserver.com Just another WordPress site Fri, 12 Nov 2021 21:34:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 Drake Issues Statement On Astroworld Tragedy That Left 8 Dead, Hundreds Injured http://philadelphiaobserver.com/drake-issues-statement-on-astroworld-tragedy-that-left-8-dead-hundreds-injured/ Fri, 12 Nov 2021 21:34:55 +0000 https://philadelphiaobserver.com/?p=3059 Days after performing at Astroworld on Friday, Drake has issued a statement on the tragedy that left eight dead and hundreds injured.

“I’ve spent the past few days trying to wrap my mind around this devastating tragedy. I hate resorting to this platform to express as emotion as delicate as grief but this is where I find myself. My heart is broken for the families and friends of those who lost their lives and for anyone who is suffering,” said Drake in the statement.

He adds, “I will continue to pray for all of them, and will be of service in any way I can. May God be with you all.”

We previously reported that Travis Scott has been hit with several lawsuits over the eight people who died Friday night at his Astroworld Festival in Houston. In the wake of the tragedy, the rapper/entrepreneur issued a statement: “I’m absolutely devastated by what took place last night. My prayers go out to the families and all those impacted by what happened at Astroworld Festival,” Travis said in the statement on Twitter.

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Travis Scott went on to thank first responders and Houston’s NRG Park, where the event was held.

“Houston PD has my total support as they continue to look into the tragic loss of life. I am committed to working together with the Houston community to heal and support the families in need. Thank you to Houston PD, Fire Department, and NRG Park for their immediate response and support. Love you all,” he added.

The hip-hop star also posted a video saying he would have stopped the show if only he had known how serious the situation was — watch his reaction video below.

Source: Drake Issues Statement On Astroworld Tragedy That Left 8 Dead, Hundreds Injured

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Glastonbury 2020: Festival cancelled due to coronavirus http://philadelphiaobserver.com/glastonbury-2020-festival-cancelled-due-to-coronavirus/ Thu, 19 Mar 2020 13:22:20 +0000 http://philadelphiaobserver.com/?p=741

 

Glastonbury’s famous Pyramid Stage will remain dark in June, as the festival becomes the latest event to be cancelled due to coronavirus.

Taylor Swift, Sir Paul McCartney and Kendrick Lamar were due to appear, alongside Diana Ross and Dua Lipa.

“We’re so sorry that this decision has been made,” a statement said. “It was not through choice.”

 

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Just six days ago, organiser Emily Eavis said she had “fingers firmly crossed” the event would go ahead.

But after the government advised people to avoid mass gatherings on Monday, cancellation became increasingly likely.

Organisers took the decision before 1 April, when festival-goers were expected to pay the remaining balance of their £270 tickets.

Fans who had already paid the £50 deposit will be allowed to roll over that sum to next year, guaranteeing “the opportunity to buy a ticket for Glastonbury 2021”, organisers said. Refunds will also be available for those who want them.

Source: Glastonbury 2020: Festival cancelled due to coronavirus

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