The Weeknd delays album and cancels huge show in wake of LA fires
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The release of The Weeknd’s sixth album ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ has been postponed. The 34-year-old artist, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, will now release his sixth album Hurry Up Tomorrow on January 31, a week later than previously announced. A planned concert at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena that was set to take place on January 25 has also been cancelled.
He continued: “Out of respect and concern for the people of Los Angeles County, I am canceling the Rose Bowl concert originally scheduled for January 25th. “This city has always been a profound source of inspiration for me, and my thoughts are with everyone impacted during this difficult time.
“In light of this, I have also decided to push the release of my album to January 31st. “My focus remains on supporting the recovery of these communities and aiding its incredible people as they rebuild. “With love, Abel.”. The location of the Rose Bowl is close to where the Eaton fire burned more than 14,000 acres across both Pasadena and Altadena.
The area is home to many high-profile residents, including actor and musician Mandy Moore whose house was gutted in the blaze. In a social media post, Moore wrote about the damage to her home, saying: “We were able to park and walk up our street to bear witness to all the loss. Miraculously, the main part of our house is still standing. For now. It’s not livable but mostly intact.
“We lost Taylor and griffin’s studio with every instrument and piece of equipment they’ve ever owned. We lost our garage and back house. Everyone we know lost everything. Every house on our street is gone. My in laws. My brother and sister in law- 6 weeks from welcoming their first baby. Our best friends. Feeling weird survivors guilt. We love this community and will do everything we can to help rebuild and support. Thanks for everyone for checking on us and offering us help. Altadena strong.”.
