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Boston Globe
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
What we know about why Shakira and Jason Aldean's Fenway concerts were canceled last minute
The last-minute cancellations are believed to be the first time that a show at Fenway has been called off for reasons unrelated to weather since Bruce Springsteen Advertisement A city official not authorized to speak about the cancellations told the Globe on Friday that an aspect of the temporary stage did not pass Live Nation's internal inspection process. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up 'There was a defect in the stage structure,' the official said. 'The internal inspection failed. You don't want to have the liability to have the stage crash down and kill someone.' Neither Brian Ronan, the city's Director of Building Inspection, nor Beth Krudys, the Red Sox senior director of Fenway concerts and entertainment, responded to calls or emails Friday. Nor did Live Nation's New England president Don Law or the agents for Shakira and Aldean. Fenway Park has hosted dozens of grandiose concerts since the Springsteen show more than 20 years ago, and several of those acts, notably the Advertisement Predictably perhaps, the absence of information about the sudden cancellation is leading to wild rumors and speculation online, including that ICE planned to be in attendance at Thursday's show by Shakira, who is Colombian. There is no evidence that's true. Hundreds of fans of the singer lined the streets outside Fenway on Thursday when they learned the show was canceled. They were especially disappointed because Shakira postponed a December show at TD Garden to perform at Fenway, which is larger. As of Friday afternoon, neither Shakira nor Aldean had acknowledged the cancellations on their Instagram pages, despite fans wondering what happened. 'Heartbroken your Boston show was canceled—and even more hurt that we haven't heard from you here,' one of Shakira's 92 million followers commented on her Instagram. 'Many fans traveled, spent money, and took time off just to see you. We understand things happen, but a short video message (like Lady Gaga once did) would've meant so much. Please don't forget your Boston fans. We showed up for you. Please show up for us. Con cariño, A loyal fan." Despite the huge crowds and fanciful staging that characterize Fenway concerts, no major mishaps have been reported. But promoters of large outdoor shows know what's possible. In August 2011, as the band Sugarland were about to perform at the Indiana State Fair, a storm with 60 mph winds toppled the stage, killing five people and injuring 45 others. Survivors and the relatives of those killed reached a Advertisement Mark Shanahan can be reached at
Hans India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Shakira, Jason Aldean, Brooks & Dunn concerts at Fenway Park canceled over stage safety failure
In a disappointing turn of events for fans, three major concerts scheduled for this week at Boston's iconic Fenway Park were abruptly canceled due to serious stage safety concerns. Live Nation confirmed that performances by global superstar Shakira, country music heavyweight Jason Aldean, and legendary duo Brooks & Dunn were called off after a routine safety inspection revealed that key structural components of the stage were not up to code. 'All team members are safe,' the event promoter stated, adding that the decision was made to prioritize the safety of performers, crew, and attendees. Shakira was set to launch the 2025 Fenway Concert Series on Thursday night as part of her "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran" (Women No Longer Cry) tour. Her excitement had been palpable just the day before, when she posted on X about her Boston show, teasing surprise appearances by and Wyclef Jean. Aldean and Brooks & Dunn were scheduled to co-headline Friday night's show. It would have been their first time sharing the Fenway stage. Aldean, who is currently on his "Full Throttle Tour 2025", had called the opportunity to play alongside Brooks & Dunn 'one for the ages.' According to Boston ABC affiliate WCVB, the cancelations were triggered when parts of the stage reportedly collapsed during rehearsals. A subsequent inspection by Boston's Inspectorial Services found the structure to be unsafe for use. Fenway Park and the performers shared statements confirming the cancelations, with refund information provided for ticket holders. Disappointed fans, some of whom had traveled from out of state or even overseas, had already begun arriving at the venue when news broke. 'We just got the news that the concert has been canceled like nine minutes ago,' said a fan from Colombia. Another attendee, attending what would have been their first-ever concert at the age of 63, shared their dismay with local news outlet WBZ. This marks yet another delay for Shakira's fans, some of whom had already rescheduled plans after her earlier tour date shifts. Representatives for the performers and Boston city officials have not yet commented further on the incident. Refunds are available at the original point of purchase.
CBC
03-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Riley Green replaces Jason Aldean at Winnipeg concert slated for July 10
Alabama country singer Riley Green has replaced Jason Aldean as the headliner for the Country Thunder concert slated for Winnipeg's Princess Auto Stadium on July 10, True North Sports and Entertainment announced Thursday. Opening acts Tyler Hubbard, Nate Smith and Madeline Merlo remain on the bill for the concert, the second in a two-night series that includes a Rockin' Thunder event on July 9 featuring Def Leppard, Joan Jett Foreigner and Toque. Aldean's performance in Winnipeg was scrapped due to a scheduling conflict, True North said. "Regretfully, an unforeseen conflict arose with Winnipeg's concert date, which is the only factor in the cancellation," True North said in a statement. Aldean is still slated to play Craven, Sask. on July 11. In January, Aldean performed at an inaugural ball for U.S. President Donald Trump, who has spent months musing about the use of economic leverage to annex Canada.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jason Aldean to bring 'Full Throttle Tour' to Twin Cities
Country singer Jason Aldean is bringing his "Full Throttle Tour" to the Twin Cities. The tour will make a stop at St. Paul's Xcel Energy Center on Saturday, Sept. 6. Presale tickets go on sale Wednesday at 10 a.m. CT and regular onsale begins at 10 a.m. CT on Friday via Ticketmaster's website. Aldean last performed in the state as a headliner for the Winstock Country Music Festival in June will be joined by special guests Nate Smith, Raelynn and Dee Jay Silver. Aldean has garnered a list of accolades over the years, with 27 number one singles, more than 20 million albums sold and over 15 billion streams. He won the American Country Music (ACM) Artist of the Decade award for 2010-2020 and earned an ACM Entertainer of the Year nomination. Aldean's last studio album, Highway Desperado, was released in 2023. The country music star was the source of controversy that same year for his song "Try That in a Small Town," which reached No. 1 on the Billboard's Hot 100 chart. Following the release of the music video, some accused it of being a coded endorsement of racism and gun violence, which both Aldean and the video's producers have denied.
Fox News
15-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Country star Colt Ford admits one thing fans don't know about Jason Aldean
Colt Ford is revealing a side of country star Jason Aldean that fans rarely see. In a candid conversation with Fox News Digital, Ford peeled back the curtain on his fellow country superstars he's collaborated with -- including the late Toby Keith -- and shared the one thing that fans may not know about Aldean. "People get confused with the whole artist thing," Ford told Fox News Digital in an interview. "These artists … they're just regular dudes, too." He reflected on late country legend Keith, as he described him as "larger than life" but still "just a regular guy" when the spotlight wasn't on him. Ford mirrored the same sentiments for Aldean. "Hell, Jason Aldean's shy," Ford admitted. "I mean, he's a great guy, but he's shy if he doesn't know you, and people don't understand that because they just see the stage side, you know." Although fans may be surprised by Aldean's off-stage persona, Ford insisted that the "Dirt Road Anthem" singer is much more reserved behind his high-energy concerts. "A lot of those artists are not like that off-stage. A lot of guys are just more reserved or more chill." WATCH: COUNTRY STAR COLT FORD DISHES ON ONE THING FANS DON'T KNOW ABOUT JASON ALDEAN The "Hell Out of It" singer, known for blending country and hip-hop, has bonded with other artists during the course of his music career, including Jelly Roll. Ford shared with Fox News Digital how he "encouraged" Jelly Roll on his weight-loss journey. "I'm seeing my buddy Jelly Roll losing a bunch of weight… I've encouraged him. I saw him and I was like, 'Dude, stay after it.'" "You feel like you could do anything when you're up there doing it and you don't realize the effect it's having on you… I didn't know because I've been big for a little while. It's like, 'Oh, wow, I feel completely different. I didn't know I could feel that way.'" Ford added, "It hasn't broken my spirit for sure… if anything, it's strengthened it." The "Slow Ride" singer recently suffered a health crisis that led him to an eight-day coma in April 2024. He credited God for a second chance at life after he revealed he "died 2 times" from a near-fatal heart attack. WATCH: COLT FORD CREDITS GOD FOR SECOND CHANCE AFTER NEAR-FATAL HEART ATTACK Ford told Fox News Digital that once he woke up from his coma, he told himself this was a sign from God. "God just told me, I need to sit down and pay attention to what's going on around me," Ford, 54, said. "And I think try to use it for … something as positive as I can … no matter what it is, I'm meant to have that second chance. That just doesn't happen. You know? … It is such a gift. I realize how precious some things are now, and it makes me focus a little bit differently."
