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2ManyDJs postpone Brixton gig after tragic crowd crush at Asake concert: ‘Our hearts go out to those who were injured’-Rishma Dosani-Entertainment – Metro
They were due to perform on Saturday.
2ManyDJs announced that their concert has been postponed (Pictures: PA)
2ManyDJs have confirmed that their planned concert at Brixton O2 Academy has been postponed, after an incident at the venue on Thursday night left four people in critical condition.
Eight people were taken to hospital after a crowd surge at Asake’s performance, when a number of fans reportedly tried to get in without a ticket.
The show was eventually stopped halfway through, amid reports that thousands had ‘breached the door’.
In the wake of the news, 2ManyDJs – who were due to take to the stage on Saturday night – have announced that they will no longer be performing as planned.
They also shared their support for those who were injured in the surge.
‘It is with pain in our hearts that we have to announce that due to the terrible events that happened at O2 Academy Brixton last night, we are being forced to postpone tomorrow’s show,’ they wrote in a statement on Twitter.
‘The new date will be on Sat 18th Feb and all tickets will be transferable or refundable…
‘We understand that many of you are travelling from afar to make it to London for this, but hopefully you will all be available again to celebrate on this new date.
‘Our hearts go out to those who were injured. Love Dave & Steph.’
Asake was due to perform in Brixton on Thursday in the final night of a three-date run.
Asake was performing the final night of a three-date run at Brixton O2 Academy on Thursday (Picture: Getty)
Police have launched an investigation into the incident (Picture: UKNIP)
However, police were called to the venue over reports of people trying to get in without a ticket.
Some were taken to hospital after a crush – sparking an urgent investigation into what happened.
Met Police gold commander Ade Adelekan described the incident as ‘extremely distressing’, and asked people not to share upsetting footage on social media.
Asake spoke out on Instagram over the incident (Picture: Instagram)
Earlier today, Asake spoke out on social media, offering his support to those who were injured.
‘My heart is with those who were injured last night and caused any form of discomfort,’ he wrote on Instagram. ‘I pray you get well soonest.
‘I am also in the process of reaching out to individuals.
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‘I still do not have the full brief from the venue management themselves as to what led to the disruption at the entrance of The Brixton Academy, but we are thankful that was all peaceful at the end.
‘For my people who enjoyed the beginning of my performance, I am sorry that it was cut short.
‘Thank you for your unbelievable love London. I love you too much! I’m looking forward to seeing you again in a bit.’
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