Fans of DMX were confused when the rapper never took to the stage, prompting rumors that he was a no show, or that he chose to stay in Los Angeles to work on his next movie, "Never." According to a statement, DMX was in the building by 8:45 PM Tuesday night. The performance started 2 1/2 hours late, with added guests to the roster of performers. Building regulations stated that the show had to conclude at 11:30 PM, or an additional fee would be charged to the promoter and that the promoter was not willing to pay. DMX was not compensated for his appearance, according to sources. "I am extremely disappointed that I was not allowed to perform in my hometown," stated DMX. "I have mad love for my fans and regret that I wasn’t allowed to express that."
Fans of DMX were confused when the rapper never
took to the stage, prompting rumors that he was a no show, or that he chose
to stay in Los Angeles to work on his next movie, "Never."
According to a statement, DMX was in the building
by 8:45 PM Tuesday night. The performance started 2 1/2 hours late, with added
guests to the roster of performers.
Building regulations stated that the show had
to conclude at 11:30 PM, or an additional fee would be charged to the promoter
and that the promoter was not willing to pay.
DMX was not compensated for his appearance, according
to sources.
"I am extremely disappointed that I was
not allowed to perform in my hometown," stated DMX. "I have mad love
for my fans and regret that I wasn’t allowed to express that."
