SAYS: Thirst 2015 Has Been Cancelled. Here's Future Sound Asia's Official Statement

ALIFE and Thirst organisers to host press conference to address issue of event cancellations.

Arts, Live International Festivals and Events Association (ALIFE) will be holding a press conference to address the concerns of major live events cancellations happening frequently. Thirst organisers, Future Sound Asia will also be present at the press conference to share their thoughts. The statement announcing the press conference reads:

"ALIFE stands united alongside Future Sound Asia, the organisers of Thirst 2015, whom we strongly believe are victims of a flawed and archaic permit application system. Event cancellations in Malaysia has happened one too many times impacting Malaysia's vision and aspiration of becoming a leading, vibrant and liveable country, impacting local and international stakeholders and consumers. ALIFE will be hosting a press conference this Tuesday, 5/5/2015 at 1500 Black Box Publika Kuala Lumpur to address these constant changes and for the first time, Thirst 2015 organisers will also be sharing their journey. Local and international media are invited to attend with their respective photographers/videographers. Stakeholders and industry members are also welcome to observe or participate in the event. Do join us, lend your support and show that arts, events & entertainment matters!