Major headliner Alice in Chains dropped from OCMD’s Boardwalk Rock Festival
Boardwalk Rock Festival is facing a setback as popular band Alice in Chains had to cancel their upcoming tour kickoff due to a medical emergency regarding drummer Sean Kinney. The news of this cancellation comes just a week before the festival’s debut in Ocean City, Maryland.
The band was scheduled to perform at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut, on May 8, but had to withdraw after Kinney’s hospitalization. In a statement shared online, the band expressed their regret at having to cancel their upcoming performances but emphasized that Kinney’s health was their top priority. They assured fans that while immediate attention was required, the long-term prognosis was positive.
Alice in Chains was initially set to replace Mötley Crüe as the headliner for the festival after Vince Neil had to undergo a medical procedure. Even though the band had secured Alice in Chains for the event, they were now left scrambling to find a replacement for the upcoming festival.
Despite the setback, Boardwalk Rock Festival assured festivalgoers that they were actively working on securing a replacement band for the event. The festival organizers expressed their gratitude for the patience and support of the attendees in light of the recent developments.
The loss of Alice in Chains as a headliner just a week before the festival’s kickoff poses a challenge for the event organizers, who must now find a suitable replacement to maintain the lineup’s appeal. With the event set to celebrate all things rock and roll, attendees can still look forward to a weekend of music and entertainment on Ocean City’s historic Boardwalk, Inlet Beach, and Inlet parking lot.
As the festival’s hunt for a replacement band begins, the excitement and anticipation for Boardwalk Rock Festival remain high among rock music enthusiasts. Despite the unexpected change in plans, the organizers are committed to ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
In conclusion, the unexpected cancellation of Alice in Chains as a headliner for Boardwalk Rock Festival due to a medical emergency involving drummer Sean Kinney has created a last-minute challenge for the event organizers. However, efforts are underway to secure a replacement band for the festival, and attendees can still look forward to a weekend of rock music and entertainment in Ocean City. The support and understanding of festivalgoers are paramount during this time as the organizers work diligently to maintain the event’s success.