Ed Sheeran has pulled out of a Las Vegas concert at the last minute after experiencing technical problems while setting up for the show.
The “Thinking Out Loud” singer was due to play at Sin City’s Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, but pulled out of the gig in the searing Nevada heat less than an hour before it was due to begin.
“I can’t believe I’m typing this, but there have been some challenges during the loading (setup) of our Vegas show,” Ed wrote on his Instagram account. “It’s impossible to move forward with the show. I’m so sorry. I know everyone has traveled (sic) in for this and I wish I could change it. The show will be rescheduled for Saturday, October 28, and all tickets purchased will be valid for that date. I’m so, so sorry.
Fans were left furious by the late postponement as many had already entered the venue, with some complaining of “fainting” and “vomiting” in the heat.
One took to Instagram to slam Ed, writing, “There was zero reason to force fans to sit outside in 102 degrees with no water, little to no shade, and zero communication. Watched fans pass out and vomit. Unacceptable. And then to have the venue overcharge for water is disgusting”.
The new date will now conclude Ed’s latest US tour. He will release a new album, Autumn Variations, on September 29th. He will perform the new album in its entirety live at London’s Royal Albert Hall in November.
