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Journey Halts Houston Concert Mid-Song Due to Electrical Fire

The band was forced to cancel their performance during 'Don't Stop Believin'' after an onstage electrical fire caused a power outage.

  • Journey's performance at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo was interrupted by an electrical fire under the stage, cutting power to the sound system and visuals.
  • The incident occurred during the band's iconic song 'Don't Stop Believin',' leaving the audience to continue singing unaccompanied.
  • Band co-founder Neal Schon expressed regret over the abrupt cancellation and revealed their offer to perform the following night was declined by organizers.
  • RodeoHouston apologized to fans and announced efforts to address rescheduling options and refunds, while confirming no injuries were reported.
  • The venue resumed normal operations the next day, hosting scheduled events, including a performance by country artist Warren Zeiders.
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