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Grupo Firme cancels appearance at La Onda festival, becoming latest international act to face visa issues

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Grupo Firme was unable to show up for its previously planned June 1 set at Napa’s La Onda festival.

The Tijuana band announced the cancellation Friday afternoon on social media.

At present, the visa applications for Grupo Firme and their Music VIP Entertainment team are being handled administratively by the U.S. Embassy. This situation unfortunately means that Grupo Firme’s performance at La Onda Fest will not take place as originally planned, according to a statement they posted on Instagram. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause and appreciate your understanding. Most importantly, we want to express our gratitude for the love shown by our fans in the U.S.

2021 saw Grupo Firme setting new records with their seven sold-out concerts in Los Angeles, underscoring Southern California’s significant role as a hotbed for the rapidly growing international Mexican music scene.

Recently, Grupo Firme has encountered visa difficulties, similar to other international music acts, primarily Mexican musicians, ever since President Trump began his second term in office.

News from the team arrived just a week following the announcement by Mexican singer Julión Álvarez that his May 24 concert at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas was postponed due to his assertion that his work visa had been canceled.

42-year-old musician asserted on May 23 via Instagram video that his work visa was revoked that very day, preventing him and his band from performing in Texas as scheduled. He additionally stated that he lacked a clear understanding of the current status of his visa and could not provide much information about the circumstances surrounding the situation.

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For three nights, it was a series of triumphs, standing ovations, loud cheers, and immense emotions as fans from all over came to witness their beloved artist’s music etched on their hearts.

Additionally, in May, the Spanish-language music festival known as Michelada Fest in Chicago had to be called off because of worries regarding the artists’ visa issues.

Because of the unpredictable nature of artist visas and the fast-moving political environment, we can’t assure the complete festival experience as initially envisioned with all your preferred artists. Despite our efforts, it has become apparent that we won’t be able to present the full roster of artists as originally intended.

The American group, Lord Buffalo from Texas, has called off their upcoming European tour due to the detention of their drummer, Yamal Said, by U.S. Customs and Border Protection on the 12th of May at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.

As a passionate film enthusiast, I’d put it this way: “Given our independence, I must admit, we at Michelada Fest find ourselves in a delicate position, unable to venture into major risks due to the unpredictable circumstances looming ahead.

As a passionate moviegoer and music enthusiast, I was thrilled to learn that Grupo Firme, Anitta, Danny Ocean, Tokischa, and Luis R. Conriquez were set to take the stage at the upcoming summer festival. However, I recently received news that this anticipated lineup has undergone some changes due to unforeseen circumstances. While I’m disappointed, I’m excited to see how these talented artists will continue to captivate audiences with their unique sounds and electrifying performances. Stay tuned for updates on the revised festival schedule!

In April’s early days, U.S. authorities revoked work and travel visas for the members of the Mexican ballad band Los Alegres del Barranco following an event where they exhibited pictures of drug kingpin Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes during their performance in Guadalajara, Mexico.

At their University of Guadalajara performance on March 29th, the band displayed an image of a notable figure in the CJNG (Jalisco New Generation Cartel) named Cervantes on a giant screen while they played their song “El Dueño del Palenque.” Footage of this event was shared on various social media platforms.

As a movie reviewer, I’d say: “In an official statement made public in April, I, as a representative, shared that certain band members have had their work and tourism visas rescinded by the U.S. State Department under the Trump Administration. The reasoning behind this decision is our firm commitment to maintaining control over who enters our country. It’s crucial to ensure we don’t inadvertently provide a red carpet for individuals who openly celebrate criminals and terrorists.

Beyond the realm of Latin artists, British performer FKA twigs shared on Instagram in April that she was forced to postpone a string of North American concerts for the month, including her appearance at Coachella 2025, because of persistent visa complications.

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2025-06-03 03:31

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