Future of Hyde Park concerts in doubt after Live Nation pulls out over 'flawed' bidding process
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The future of concerts being held in Hyde Park is in doubt after the world’s largest live music reportedly pulled out of the bidding process over noise restrictions.
Live Nation, which holds the Hard Rock Calling and Wireless festivals in the central London park, withdrew its offer to the Royal Parks Agency saying that the bidding process was “flawed”.
Concerns over curfews limiting the length of gigs and how loud music can be played are said to be part of the company’s complaints, following a duet by Bruce Springsteen and Paul McCartney being cut short last year. Visitor logistics and ticket revenues are among other contentious issues.
Gigs have proved unpopular with residents living in upmarket apartments nearby the park, despite concerts only being held on up to 25 days a year.
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