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Licensing Bars Fugees' UK Concert; Pras Michel Sentenced 14 Years

8/9/2026

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The Fugees' UK concert ended at 11 pm BST on August 7, 2026 because licensing rules barred continuation.
Fans said the abrupt stop robbed them, noting microphones were cut and a “THANK YOU EVERYONE” screen.
The two-hour set had been scheduled to feature Tiwa Savage, Gunna and Little Simz.
Pras Michel sued Lauryn Hill over the 2024 U.S. tour cancellation and received a 14-year prison term while Hill and Wyclef Jean kept performing.

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The Fugees' UK concert ended at 11 pm BST on August 7, 2026 because licensing rules barred continuation.
Fans said the abrupt stop robbed them, noting microphones were cut and a “THANK YOU EVERYONE” screen.
The two-hour set had been scheduled to feature Tiwa Savage, Gunna and Little Simz.
Pras Michel sued Lauryn Hill over the 2024 U.S. tour cancellation and received a 14-year prison term while Hill and Wyclef Jean kept performing.