Promoter, Kryal Castle issue statements re: Rolling Thunder Fest

19 November 2015 | 10:37 am | Staff Writer
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Rolling Thunder Festival has announced a change of venues after Kryal Castle, the venue supposedly hosting the upcoming event, issued a statement, which disputed their involvement in the festival.

Rolling Thunder Festival has announced a change of venues after Kryal Castle, the venue supposedly hosting the upcoming event, issued a statement, which disputed their involvement in the festival.

In an official letter (view below) posted via their Facebook page overnight, the venue stated, "there has been an announcement recently regarding a Heavy Metal Concert at Kryal Castle. This event has not been confirmed and is not happening at our venue."

Consequently, promoter Heathen Skulls then provided their own response, confirming the change of venues, writing:

"Due to unfortunate circumstances that related to a previous event at Kryal Castle, it is with a heavy heart that we announce it is no longer possible to hold Rolling Thunder Festival at the Kryal Castle site. We would like nothing more than to continue as originally planned but the situation is now outside of our control and the venue is concerned about alcohol fuelled violence due to their recent experiences. Although we appreciate the efforts of everyone involved, it has become apparent that Rolling Thunder Festival needs to find a more suitable home.

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With that said, we can happily report that we’ve now found an amazing new site that alleviates one of our biggest concerns…. How are our punters going to get home safely in the evening? Answer: You don’t have to leave in the evening, you will now be able to camp overnight! Full details of the new site, location & transport will be announced very soon, stay tuned.

All tickets to the Kryal Castle will be valid for the new site.

We understand that the new location may not suit everyone, for that reason anyone wishing to get a refund is welcome to do so, please email and we’ll process your refund: rollingthundermelbourne@gmail.com"

Rolling Thunder, which will feature The Sword, American Sharks, Clowns and a host of other local and international bands, is scheduled to take place this February.

PLEASE NOTE: There has been an announcement recently regarding a Heavy Metal Concert at Kryal Castle. This event has not been confirmed and is not happening at our venue. Please see the attached statement.

Posted by Kryal Castle on Wednesday, November 18, 2015