Good news Philadelphia: JAY Z‘s Made In America Festival will be staying in the city for years to come thanks to talks between Mayor Jim Kenney and Roc Nation Chief Operating Officer Desiree Perez.
After a words in the media were exchanged between both sides last week, Hov threatened to take the event to another city if it wasn’t held at Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Luckily, meetings and conversations were held and everything was hashed out so the show can continue its regularly scheduled programming.
Mayor Kenney had a change of heart and said this of the festival:
“I am greatly appreciative of everything that Made in America has done for the City of Philadelphia and I remain committed to its continued success. The Made in America festival belongs in Philadelphia — the birthplace of our country — and I’m optimistic that we can turn an unfortunate misunderstanding into a positive outcome and even stronger event. I look forward to working with Roc Nation and Live Nation, and maintaining this Philadelphia tradition for years to come.”
Had a productive meeting today with @RocNation about the future of @MIAFestival. We addressed each other’s concerns and came to an agreement after last week’s misunderstanding. The festival belongs here in Philly — and on the Parkway. https://t.co/Ezjvwjbmd6
— Jim Kenney (@PhillyMayor) July 23, 2018
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