Primavera Sound Downpour C cancellations: A Deluge of Talent Lost to the Elements

A freak storm rolled in on opening night, drenching Barcelona and scuppering three high-profile headliners. Massive Attack, Bad Gyal, and Doja Cat's sets were among those cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. Fans took to social media to express their disappointment, with many feeling let down by the festival's handling of the situation.

The organisation had announced that several acts would be forced to cancel, including The Cure, Gorillaz, and My Bloody Valentine, but yesterday's events brought a new wave of cancellations to the table. With the weather forecast looking grim for the rest of the festival, it seems Primavera Sound may have gotten its timing very wrong.

The incident raises questions about the safety of outdoor festivals in inclement weather. While many events take place without issue, the risks are very real and organisers must be held to account when things go wrong.