Zulu frontman Anaiah Rasheed Muhammad got here underneath hearth over the weekend as in depth allegations of abuse arrived on-line. Muhammad has since denied the allegations, although Zulu performed with out Muhammad on March 8 on the NDP Fest in São Paulo, Brazil whereas former Zulu drummer Dan Brown spoke out towards the vocalist on-line.
Now issues have gotten worse as promoters New Course Productions has cancelled the rest of Zulu‘s Latin American tour in mild of the allegations. Zulu has nonetheless not commented on the difficulty, although I might think about they’re going to must quickly contemplating the gravity of the scenario.
New Course Productions wrote: “Attributable to latest occasion, we’re canceling the remaining dates of the Zulu Latin American tour, affecting the next cities:
*Medelin, Colombia
*San Jose, Costa Rica
*Mexico Metropolis, Mexico
*Monterrey, Mexico
“On the time of the Sao Paolo present, we had been in the course of organizing a pageant managing lengthy days, fixed journey and early flights to make sure the occasion ran easily. In the course of the chaos of manufacturing, we lacked full readability on the scenario because it unfolded.
“The unhealthy determined to maneuver ahead with out their vocalist, and out of respect for attendees already current, we supported their probability to carry out on this altered format. Nonetheless, rising considerations from promoters, bands and audiences throughout a number of areas have made it clear that persevering with the tour is not viable.
“Hardcore is constructed on integrity, respect and collective accountability. We strongly oppose all types of bodily and psychological violence, significantly towards these in susceptible conditions. Our objective is to not move judgment however to uphold the protection and well-being of the areas we assist domesticate.
“This tour was made attainable by the tireless efforts of devoted promoters and organizations, and we stand in full help of:
Noiseground (Buenos Aires, Argentina)
Hatred Corp (Santiago, Chile)
DTG Group (Medellín, Colombia)
Deathbeat Productions & Lethal Rhythm (San José, Costa Rica)
Future (Mexico Metropolis & San José)
I Want Productions (Monterrey, Mexico)
“We acknowledge their dedication to constructing a scene rooted in belief, respect, and security. This determination, whereas tough, is critical.
“Hardcore has at all times been an area for self-reflection, dialogue, and progress. As organizers, promoters, and group members, our duty is to create an surroundings the place everybody feels secure and heard. This isn’t about assigning guilt or innocence, it’s about prioritizing the well-being of our scene.
“We respect the solidarity, understanding, and voices of these working to strengthen this group. We stay dedicated to making sure hardcore stays an area of respect, security, and collective duty. For questions relating to your ticket, please contact your native promoter.”
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