Dave Grohl urged fans to seek shelter before rain arrived
Foo Fighters concert halted at Citi Field due to lightning strikes
Lightning continued to strike closer, forcing the band to stop playing
Some fans disregarded warnings and remained in their seats
On the evening of July 17, 2024, Foo Fighters were set to deliver a three-hour rock spectacle at Citi Field in New York City. However, Mother Nature had other plans.
The concert began with the usual energy and excitement as fans sang along to their favorite hits. Dave Grohl's charisma was on full display as he interacted with the crowd and showcased his impressive vocal range.
However, around 75 minutes into the show, lightning started to appear in the sky. Grohl took notice and addressed the audience, urging them to seek shelter before the rain arrived.
Despite warnings from Grohl and stadium officials, some fans remained in their seats hoping for a continuation of the concert. But as lightning continued to strike closer and closer, it became clear that safety was a concern.
The band played on for a few more minutes, managing to get through
The concert was intended to be a typical three hour rock show.
Foo Fighters encouraged audience to seek shelter before rain arrived.
Accuracy
The band performed only 13 songs before interruption, usually perform at least 21 during a set.
Foo Fighters were disappointed they couldn’t play a full set.
Safety of fans, crew and stadium workers came first and show had to be called off.
Foo Fighters only made it through 13 songs out of a typical 20-track setlist.
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The article contains a few minor exaggerations and appeals to emotion, but overall it is a fairly objective report on the Foo Fighters concert. The author does not make any false claims or use logical fallacies in his descriptions of the event.
] Around 75 minutes into the show, shortly following personnel introductions, lightning started popping up in the periphery of the stadium, and a storm looked imminent.
As they began “Learn to Fly,” Grohl brought his band to a hush and relayed the situation. A big storm was about to pass through, and according to Grohl, it would take a while — but the Foo Fighters would not leave the stage until it was unsafe for us to be there.
Grohl is genuinely getting sillier on stage. Three hours work for Foo Fighters, because it means Dave Grohl can more or less just riff like a comedian whenever he wants.
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