Gov. Cuomo announces major fine over Chainsmokers concert
A drive-in performance by The Chainsmokers that was intended to raise money for charity instead turned into an EDM-centric public health controversy when some members of the crowd were spotted on video not appearing to follow social distancing protocols.
Taking place in the posh New York enclave of Southampton on July 25, the event made national headlines after New York Governor Andrew Cuomoby the New York Department of Health."I am appalled...We have no tolerance for the illegal & reckless endangerment of public health," Cuomo wrote in an announcement that the investigation would take place.
Cuomo on Wednesday has now announced the results of this investigation: a $20,000 fine for show promoters In the Know Experiences and Safe In Sound. Furthermore, the town of Southampton is no longer able to approve permits for group gatherings without approval from the state, he announced in aThe July show happened at a 100-acre outdoor sculpture park in The Hamptons, with tickets running between $1,250-$25,000 and proceeds going to a variety of charities.
"The video that everyone is talking about was taken from an angle that doesn’t properly convey how careful we were to follow the guidelines created by the CDC," In the Know Experiences toldin July."We did everything in our power to enforce New York’s social distancing guidelines and collaborated with all state and local health officials to keep everyone safe."
The show's promoters have declined to comment on this latest development. The Chainsmokers have also not released any statements regarding the show.
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