Journey had to cancel their show in Houston, Texas, this weekend after just five songs when an electrical fire broke out below the stage area.
The band were performing at the RodeoHouston event at NRG Stadium and had just started playing their massive hit Don't Stop Believin' when the sound at the venue abruptly stopped.
As the band left the stage, staff with fire extinguishers rushed to the drum riser. An announcement was made shortly after, telling fans the band would not return as an electrical fire had damaged equipment.
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Drummer Deen Castronovo wrote in a social media post that he had a lucky escape.
Castronovo says: "Hey, Houston. An act of God tonight. Fire broke out underneath the stage – right under my drum riser!
"I was literally on fire for 4 ½ songs, all the power cables melted, and the show was a bust! That doesn't mean we won't be back soon, because we love you all – and we will return. God bless you all!"
Organisers RodeoHouston later shared a statement saying fans would hear from them soon about refunds or a rescheduling of the show.
The statement reads: "Due to an unforeseen electrical incident under the stage area, we regretfully announce the cancellation of tonight's Journey concert.
"We sincerely apologise to all fans for this disappointment. Our team is working diligently to assess the situation, and we will provide updates regarding rescheduling options and or refunds as soon as possible."
There were no reports of any injuries as a result of the fire.
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