Malaysia’s Good Vibes Festival organisers, Future Sound Asia (FSA), has on Monday (Aug 7) given British pop rock band The 1975 seven days to admit their liability – in leading to the cancellation of the event – and pay damages of RM12.3 million (US$2.7 million).
This after an incident involving the band led to the Malaysian government shutting down the festival last month.
In response to CNA’s query, David Mathew, a lawyer who is representing FSA, said on Tuesday that: “Future Sound Asia’s claim against The 1975 is essentially one for intentional breach of contract.”
Mr Mathew noted that the assurance that the band “shall adhere to all local guidelines and regulations” during their set in Malaysia was not complied with.
“The band’s actions in Malaysia, clearly also contravened the contract with Future Sound Asia. This led to the cancellation of the festival which, in turn, caused significant losses to Future Sound Asia,” he said.
According to a statement issued on Monday, The 1975’s failure to acknowledge their liability and compensate FSA for damages incurred will result in the organiser pursuing legal proceedings in the Courts of England.
FSA added that it strongly disapproved of the band’s behaviour during their performance.
