Organizers of Soulshine at Sea – the concert cruise which was canceled in the wake of allegations against headliner and co-curator Michael Franti – have announced a new event: Live Loud Fest.
“We’re excited to launch Live Loud Fest – a celebration built to bring together like-minded people who live LOUD and crave connection.,” organizers Sixthman announced. “This event, set to sail this fall, is all about community, energy, and shared passion, and we can’t wait to see it come to life with you.”
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The four day cruise replaces Soulshine at Sea and follows the same schedule as the canceled event – departing Miami on November 4, returning November 8, with a stop in Cozomel, Mexico along the way.
Soulshine at Sea was canceled after singer Victoria Canal detailed years of grooming by “a very powerful, decades older man” understood to be Franti. He responded by admitting to an extramarital affair, but said it was completely consensual. Other women have since come out with similar allegations towards Franti, and the reggae pop singer has been dropped by his management.
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While no official word has been given regarding Live Loud Fest’s lineup, Hirie, one of the artists who had previously been on the lineup for Soulshine at Sea, now lists Live Loud Fest on her upcoming tour schedule. At time of writing, the cruise’s website said more information would be “coming soon.”
Sixthman organizes a wide array of floating festivals, catering to various music styles. Among their events, Rock the Bells Cruise, featuring a lineup of classic hip-hop acts, Headbanger’s Boat, focussed on hard rock and metal, and Ice Cream Floats, and indie rock festival headlined by Modest Mouse.
