No stage for K-pop group Mamamoo in Jakarta this Sept 19 as Anak Krakatau steals the spotlight
K-pop group Mamamoo has cancelled their Jakarta concert due to safety concerns following volcanic eruptions in Indonesia. The natural disaster has caused widespread travel disruptions, affecting thousands of passengers and multiple airports.
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It illustrates the significant impact of environmental disasters on regional travel, infrastructure, and the entertainment industry.
SEOUL, Sept 14 — South Korean girl group Mamamoo has cancelled the Jakarta leg of its ongoing “4WARD” world tour, citing safety concerns stemming from Indonesia’s recent volcanic eruption.
The September 19 concert scheduled at NICE PIK 2 is not happening, the group’s agency, RBW, the girl group’s agency announced last Friday.
“Unpredictable conditions continue due to the overall situation caused by the recent volcanic activity in Indonesia, as well as strengthened local safety and security measures,” RBW said in a notice posted on Mamamoo’s social media account.
“After discussions with the local promoter, we decided to cancel the concert, placing the safety of the artists and audience members above all else,” it added.
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