A contractual disagreement between dancehall artist Kraff and event organizers has resulted in the abrupt cancellation of the highly anticipated Galiday Bounce New Year’s Eve celebration at New York’s Amazura Concert Hall.
Kraff’s management team issued a detailed statement Thursday explaining their position, revealing that the artist’s headline performance was canceled due to unmet contractual obligations. According to the statement, despite prolonged negotiations and good-faith efforts to resolve outstanding issues, the promoters failed to satisfy critical requirements including confirmation of an agreed-upon deposit and finalized travel arrangements.
The management emphasized that the decision to withdraw was made reluctantly after exhaustive attempts to salvage the situation. “Documentation supporting this timeline is on file,” the statement noted, underscoring the seriousness of the breach. They extended gratitude to disappointed fans while reaffirming their commitment to working exclusively with promoters who maintain professional standards essential for successful productions.
This development follows earlier accusations from event promoter Galdiez Mendez, who launched social media criticism against Kraff Wednesday alleging unfulfilled contractual duties and demanding repayment of allegedly advanced funds. The conflicting narratives highlight the complex nature of performance agreements in the entertainment industry.
Kraff’s representatives previously clarified that the performance was never formally contracted, discussed, or approved as a benefit concert, contradicting claims circulating within the industry. The cancellation has left fans disappointed and sparked conversations about professional standards in event planning and artist management.