When asked if AEG lobbied to buy the festival, he had no comment.
He also couldnt speak to if Founders was looking to sell Gov Ball.
Being in New York City as an independent promoter we had a huge magnifying glass on us.
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How did you first start hearing about AEGs plans for a new New York festival?
The news of that festival leaked a couple weeks ago.
Where did this petition start?
They want to confirm nothing bad happens to Governors Ball.
I assume you have asks out to acts.
Has anyone declined because they have already booked with the other festival?
No, no one that we have confirmed has backed out due to this AEG festival.
Think about how awesome the weather has been this month [in New York], overall.
Weather-wise, this is the best time of year.
Why not launch a festival for the fall?
Theres a lot of acts in the U.S. in the fall.
There is definitely room in the city for another festival, theres no doubt about that.
The motive for doing it two weeks after us is just very transparent.
Their motivation is incredibly transparent.
Its a similar thing.
Have you heard anything from city offices or officials?
I cant comment on the exact nature but yes, were in touch.
If this festival happens, would Governors Ball consider moving their date?
We have a great date.
The reason we chose it years ago is for routing.
We love our time of year, and we have our fan-base.
And Im going to continue booking the festival, thats our standpoint.
