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music2 years ago

Pharrell's Something in the Water Festival Faces Weather Woes and Schedule Changes.

Pharrell Williams' Something In The Water festival had to cancel its final day due to severe weather conditions, including a lightning storm and a tornado watch. Pharrell thanked fans and staff and announced that the festival would return next year, but with different dates. The cancelled Sunday lineup would've included performances from Clipse, Grace Jones, Wu-Tang Clan, 100 gecs, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Durk, and others. The festival included a specially-constructed Louis Vuitton pyramid and some extremely expensive merch.

natural-disaster2 years ago

Tornado Causes Damage in Virginia Beach

A tornado reportedly touched down in Virginia Beach on Sunday night, causing damage to homes and vehicles, and leaving several gas leaks. Thousands of customers lost power during the storm. Something in the Water events have been canceled as a result of the severe weather. The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for parts of Virginia Beach, which expired at 6:15 p.m. WAVY is providing updates on the situation.

weather2 years ago

Severe Weather Forces Cancellation of Something in the Water Activities.

The City of Virginia Beach has cancelled Sunday evening festival activity due to severe weather storm warnings that would impact the safety of all festival areas throughout the evening. Multiple lines of storms with heavy rain, strong winds, small craft advisories, and lightning have already occurred, and these conditions are anticipated to continue throughout the night, making festival logistics and public safety planning extremely difficult. The City considers the tornado warning issued at 5:47 p.m. to be extremely hazardous to the safety and well-being of event attendees and staff.

entertainment2 years ago

Something in the Water Festival Faces Setbacks and Tough Choices for Attendees.

The Something in the Water festival in Virginia Beach was delayed due to rain and high wind gusts, with gates opening later than scheduled. The inaugural festival in 2019 saw all Friday night performances canceled due to severe weather. The Friday night lineup for this year's festival is expected to go on with possible tweaks to the artist lineup/sets. An unaffiliated event called "Something Indie Water" is also available for live music indoors. The weather is expected to improve by the evening with isolated showers or storms possible.

entertainment2 years ago

Something in the Water Festival Faces Delays and Tough Choices for Attendees.

The Something In The Water festival in Virginia Beach has been delayed due to rain and high wind gusts. The festival announced that gates will open at a later time, which will be updated on the SITW app. The festival is expected to continue throughout the weekend, with several artists scheduled to perform. Saturday is expected to be rain-free, while Sunday is expected to bring strong storms.

music-festival2 years ago

Something in the Water Festival Sparks Debate with Arcade Fire Booking.

Pharrell Williams has added Arcade Fire and M.I.A. to the lineup for his Something in the Water music festival in Virginia Beach. Arcade Fire's lead singer Win Butler was accused of sexual misconduct by four people in August 2022, while M.I.A. is known for her anti-vaxxer conspiracy theories. The festival, taking place from April 28th to 30th, also features Clipse, Lil Wayne, Kid Cudi, Wu-Tang Clan, Grace Jones, Mumford and Sons, Jonas Brothers, and Third Eye Blind.

entertainment2 years ago

"Something in the Water 2023: Lineup Expands with Indie Artists and Big Names"

Something in the Water music festival in Virginia Beach has added Arcade Fire, Jonas Brothers, and Third Eye Blind to its 2023 lineup, as well as revealing more artists set to join Pharrell Williams for "Pharrell's Phriends", including ASAP Rocky, Busta Rhymes, De La Soul, and M.I.A. The festival will also feature Lil Wayne, Clipse, Wu-Tang Clan, Grace Jones, Chic, Mumford & Sons, and Maren Morris. The free Sunday Pop-Up Church service will also return.