Fans as well as members of a Phoenix-based band have voiced strong frustration of the cancelation of various “emo night” concerts.
Crescent Ballroom had to postpone their ‘Emo Nite’ event from March 27 until June 13 amid concerns of the COVID-19 outbreak.
In a statement on Emo Nites Instagram, they said “We know how anxiety inducing these times can be for everyone. Emo Nite has always been about providing a safe escape from everything in your life and connecting with a community of like-minded individuals over music. We’re working hard to develop new ways we can provide that experience for you guys during these difficult times, so stay tuned.”
One fan to have been let down by the postponement was Logan Parham who planned on attending the event to celebrate her 21st birthday.
“Being around people who like all the same music as you is so beautiful to me,” Parham said. “Obviously this whole coronavirus thing is a huge damper on a lot of my birthday plans but when you have that many people sweating and drinking in one room it’s understandable why they would’ve postponed it during a virus outbreak.”
Rockbar in Scottsdale was another venue that was supposed to host their version of emo night titled “Riot Night” on March 28.
Dropout Kings were set to play the Rockbar in Scottsdale as part of the event and in celebration of their new EP titled “Glitch Gang”. The show was cancelled amidst the COVID-19 pandemic however, leaving the band frustrated and disappointed.
“We’re upset that we couldn’t do the tour. It’s unfortunate because we worked really hard organizing these tours so it’s a real bummer,” vocalist Adam Ramey said. “Not being able to tour immediately off this new album is going to be hard but we’re trying to adapt.”
The band has expressed an amassing anxiety to play this new EP live as well.
“We’re all very hyped to perform again as soon as we can. The EP comes out April 3, so not too long off from now and the whole thing has a lot of different vibes and there’s something for everybody. That being said I think our sets will have some more variation,” rapping vocalist Eddie Wellz said.
The event is a great place for people to let loose and enjoy some “sick music,” according to event co-founder Katia Kianpour.
“We’re all bummed but there is nothing we can do. The venues aren’t able to throw the events and the safety of the staff, attendees and artists are the most important. Everything is in a stand still but I’m sure it’ll get back to normal soon,” Kianpour said.
“I know we all just want to actually get back to the music and tours so everyone’s trying to stay ready to execute when the time comes,” Wellz said.
Tickets are still on sale for the events and Dropout Kings’ EP is available for pre-save and pre-order.
Both parties remain hopeful during this time in our lives and appreciate how understanding their fans and clients have been throughout the process.
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