Green Day cancels Moscow concert due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Romar Fernando

March 2, 2022

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  American rock band Green Day has cancelled their upcoming stadium concert in Moscow following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, February 27, Sunday.

  The rock band had been scheduled to perform at the Spartak Stadium on May 29. The stadium has the capacity of more than 45,000 people.

  “With heavy hearts, in light of current events we feel it is necessary to cancel our upcoming show in Moscow at Spartak Stadium,” Green Day announced through Instagram stories.

  “We are aware that this moment is not about stadium rock shows, it’s much bigger than that. But we also know that rock and roll is forever and we feel confident there will be a time and a place for us to return in the future. Refunds available at the point of purchase. Stay safe,” the band added.

  Some groups have already cancelled their upcoming concerts in Russia. Eurovision Song Contest banned Russia from competing in 2022 after President Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale, devastating attack on Ukraine.

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