LANY frontman Paul Klein apologized to fans after the band's second Cebu concert was canceled just hours before show time on Thursday, Nov. 12, following reports of safety…
LANY frontman Paul Klein apologized to fans after the band's second Cebu concert was canceled just hours before show time on Thursday, Nov. 12, following reports of safety concerns involving the venue's roof. In a personal statement shared on social media, Klein said he was already on his way to the venue when he learned that steel debris had fallen from the roof of the structure.
“I was in the elevator of my hotel heading down to get in the car and go to the venue to play our show when I received the news about 4-foot steel debris falling from the roof of the venue,” he wrote. Klein said he was deeply disappointed that the sold-out show would no longer push through, particularly because of the time and money fans had spent to attend.
“I am super upset to not be playing our sold out show tonight and my heart breaks for everyone that took their time and spent their hard-earned money to be with us,” he added. However, the singer stressed that he could not risk proceeding with the performance under the circumstances.
“I couldn't live with myself if someone got seriously injured at one of our shows,” Klein said, before ending his message with, “Mahal Kita forever.” The cancellation was announced only hours before the concert was supposed to begin, leaving many fans already at the venue surprised by the development. Some concertgoers expressed disappointment and called for the show to be rescheduled, while others chanted the band's name after learning that the performance would not take place.
Live Nation Philippines announced the cancellation in a separate statement, citing “significant safety issues regarding the roofing of the venue discovered after soundcheck.” The concert promoter apologized for the late announcement and the inconvenience caused to ticket holders. Refunds will be processed through the venue's ticketing portal. LANY also shared the promoter's announcement on the band's official Instagram account, reiterating that the safety of concertgoers was the priority and apologizing for the unexpected cancellation.
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