Chris Brown Memphis Concert Canceled Everything You Need to Know
Memphis Stadium Renovation Progresses Amid Chris Brown Concert Cancellation
Phase 2 of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium Renovations Underway
The eagerly anticipated Phase 2 of the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovation project has officially commenced. On Monday, crews began demolition work on the stadium’s west side tower, marking a significant step in the ongoing $220 million upgrade designed to revamp the venue where the Memphis Tigers host their home games.
Chris Brown’s Memphis Concert Cancellation
In an unexpected turn of events, singer Chris Brown’s concert, scheduled for October 18 at the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, has been canceled. The cancellation was announced on October 4 through Ticketmaster, with no specific reason cited. Fans holding tickets were assured that refunds would be processed through their original payment methods.
A Look Back: Major Concerts at the Venue
Chris Brown’s concert, part of his “Breezy Bowl XX” tour, was set to be a landmark event, marking the first major concert at the stadium since 1997, when the rock band U2 performed at the then-known Liberty Bowl. This tour featured R&B singer Jhene Aiko and rapper Bryson Tiller alongside Brown as the headlining act.
Tour Schedule Adjustments
The present leg of Chris Brown’s tour began on October 3 in Atlanta. The tour was slated to conclude with the Memphis concert following an October 16 performance at the Superdome in New Orleans. The cancellation of the Memphis date alters the planned ending of this tour segment.
Chris Brown last performed in Memphis at the FedExForum in 2011. The anticipation for his current tour had been high, tied closely to the significant renovations at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, a venue steeped in musical history.
Summary
- Demolition at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium marks the next phase of extensive renovations.
- The anticipated Chris Brown concert has been canceled, impacting fans and the tour schedule.
- Refunds are available through Ticketmaster for canceled concert tickets.
- This development highlights ongoing improvements and changes at the historic stadium.
