by Amelia Heathman

Tags: Snoop Dogg, Bryan Ferry, Lana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey, Bloc Party and more cancel Turkey gigs amid protests

Istanbul Calling and Hi-Voltage festivals cancelled

 

Lana Del Rey, Bloc Party and more cancel Turkey gigs amid protests

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Artists from Lana Del Rey and Bloc Party to Bryan Ferry have cancelled their gigs in Turkey amid growing unrest in the country.

Istanbul has been in the middle of protests since last month, when clashes between civilians and police occured over plans to develop one of the city's parks.

The protests have grown and spread to other cities throughout the country.

International artists including 30 Seconds to Mars and The National have cancelled their shows in Turkey as well, while Lana Del Rey has postponed her July show until 13 September. 
 



Bryan Ferry cancelled his appearance at the Istanbul  Jazz Festival 

The Vodafone Istanbul Calling music festival and the Hi-Voltage festival have both been cancelled. The festivals were set to feature Snoop Dogg, Bloc Party, Sayer and Cradle of Filth.

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