The Black Eyed Peas have cancelled their Las Vegas residency.
The chart-topping hip-hop group were due to begin their residency at Planet Hollywood in February – but they’ve announced via social media that their cancelling their plans due to “current circumstances”.
The Black Eyed Peas – which consists of Will.i.am, Apl.de.ap and Taboo – said on Instagram Stories: “To our dearest Peabodies, It is with a heavy heart that, in light of current circumstances, our Las Vegas shows will not be moving forward as planned.
“Ticket providers will issue full refunds automatically. Stay tuned for updates on future performances by following us – we can’t wait to see you again.”
The group have not elaborated any further on the reasons behind the cancellation.
The trio were scheduled to play 15 shows at the venue between February and May.
The Black Eyed Peas announced their residency in September, with Will.i.am promising fans that they would push the boundaries of “the live show experience”.
The 49-year-old rap star – who helped to form the hip-hop group back in 1995 – said at the time: “Our first residency in Las Vegas gives Black Eyed Peas the opportunity to do what we do best, to dream up something brand new and creative that pushes the boundaries of the live show experience.
“We draw inspiration from Disney rides, Las Vegas shows, concerts, AI and technology. We will reinvent how we perform, creating an interactive show, a journey to 3008 that is both a concert and play. I can’t wait for the world to see what we cook up in Las Vegas.”
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