Beres Hammond
Internationally renowned reggae star, Beres Hammond failed to show up for his concert in east London's IndigO2 on Wednesday after his band member was denied entry into the UK.
According to a report in The Voice, Hammond’s drummer was reportedly stopped at customs a few hours ahead of the show. As a result Hammond decided to stand by his friend and return to Jamaica.
"Apparently, they wouldn't let his drummer come into the country. Beres has been working with his band for years, they're like a family, so if one is refused, they all are refused” The Voice reported.
Hammond, 57, was due to perform at the popular venue in Greenwich alongside fellow reggae stars Morgan Heritage and Marcia Griffiths as part of the 'Beres and Friends' UK tour. The show went ahead without the headline act.
A statement, believed to have been issued by Base Incorporated & Bigga Tings Promotions, the names behind the sold out show, said: "Due to circumstances beyond our control Beres Hammond will not be appearing for his UK tour due start this week July 17 – 21, 2013.
"His actions have left everybody very disappointed and he has now returned back to Jamaica. To avoid further disappointment we have decided to let the show continue with Morgan Heritage and Marcia Griffiths and were are currently negotiating with another top reggae artist to appear on the bill" the statement said.
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