”2013 UKISS Showcase & Fan Party in Jakarta”: Bad weather hit Jakarta, U KISS will reschedule the showcase and held a charity event
Jakarta (25/01) – UKISS arrival to Jakarta to meet directly with their fans in "2013 UKISS Showcase & Fan Party in Jakarta" that should be held on 1-2 February, had to be rescheduled to April 26 to 27, 2013. Bad weather that hit Jakarta lately, which is predicted to occur in the foreseeable future, become one of consideration to reschedule this event. This raises fears and concerns from artist and the management about the condition, according to the news they received from the media. That's why taking into account:
a. bad weather and conditions before the event indirectly complicate the preparation and implementation of the events,
b. fans / ticket buyers in Jakarta, outside Jakarta and outside Indonesia that can be difficult to gain access to the event area,
c. concerned and emergency conditions that occur so it feels that it’s not right
to hold a 'party' in these conditions,
NH Media as the artist management and Oppa Oppa Live as the organizers decided
to reschedule this event for April 26-27, 2013.
"It was a difficult decision because we realized how big the spirit and passion from UKISS
fans and also UKISS for this event to be happen as planned. But after a long discussion, we
agreed to reschedule the event for the safety and comfort of all parties and prevent the
unwanted stuff later. We deeply apologize for this decision, we asked for understanding,
especially from fans who have supported and look forward to this event, "said Kim Young Hoon
as CEO of Oppa Oppa Live.
As a form of concern for flooding that hit Jakarta, UKISS also will auction their personal
items and donate to the flood victims as well as doing charity program directly in Jakarta. Oppa
Oppa Live also will donate Rp 10.000, - from every ticket sold to slightly ease the burden of the
victims of this natural disaster.
"We will work closely with trusted organizations to ensure our donation reached the
right hands. In addition, some members UKISS also decided to come in and provide direct
assistance, "added Kim Young Hoon further. Not only will demonstrate empathy appalling
conditions that hit Jakarta, UKISS also hopes to inspire fans to care and share with those who
are hurting from this incident.
"Once again, we apologize for this rescheduling. We will describe in greater detail in the
next press conference. Thank you very much for your attention and understanding, "said Kim
Young Hoon. More detailed matters related to rescheduling and charity will be explained in a
press conference that will be held on January 31 with the artist and management.