Soulshine at Sea 3 canceled amid allegations

The cruise was canceled after several artists withdrew following allegations against a headlining artist, prompting questions about accountability and safety in live music events.

Soulshine at Sea 3 Cancelled Amid Allegations Surrounding Headliner

Soulshine at Sea 3 was slated to sail from Miami to Cozumel in November. In the days before departure, Spanish American singer Victoria Canal accused an unnamed, much older man of grooming and assaulting her when she was 19. After Canal spoke out, Dispatch, Hirie, Liz Vice and Maggie Rose said they would withdraw from the lineup, citing concerns about the allegations against a fellow performer.

With the exodus growing, organizers canceled the event and said they hope to announce a new show on the same dates. Michael Franti released a statement saying he had a consensual relationship with an artist who toured with him, taking responsibility for not recognizing the power imbalance while he was headlining. He denied other versions of the story. Representatives for Canal said Canal hopes her account helps others stay safe and warned that victims should be supported. The Cut has reached out to Franti and the organizers for comment, and will update as new information emerges.

The episode tests how festivals handle serious accusations. Quick artist withdrawals can signal accountability and protect potential victims, but they can also cloud the facts if not handled with care and due process. Audiences are left to weigh what happened on tour against the need for fair handling of allegations.

Going forward the music industry may tighten rules around relationships on tour, improve crisis communication, and rethink the economics of star centered cruises. Whether fans trust organizers will depend on transparent updates, credible investigations, and clear commitments to survivor safety. The case pushes venues to balance accountability with fair process and to protect all workers on the ship and on stage.

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The path forward will test how the industry handles accountability while protecting due process.