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Aug 13 2023

Story By Joe Frank

Kelsea Ballerini Opens Up About Scary On-Stage Incident

Country singer Kelsea Ballerini recalls being hit in the face by a thrown bracelet during a concert in June.

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Ballerini expresses relief that she wasn't hurt but admits the incident scared her momentarily and disrupted her performance.

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In an interview with TODAY's Al Roker, Ballerini emphasizes the need for a "mutual responsibility" between artists and fans to ensure safety at concerts.

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She believes her team and crew are responsible for creating a safe environment but fans also have a role to play in maintaining concert safety.

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Ballerini mentions a recent trend of objects being thrown at artists on stage including friendship bracelets, cremains, cell phones, and drinks.

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The singer laments that such incidents detract from the live concert experience which is meant to be about escapism, connection, and unity.

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She urges for a shared responsibility approach to find solutions and ensure that disruptions do not obstruct the enjoyment of live music.

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Ballerini's encounter with the thrown bracelet is not isolated; other artists like Pink, Bebe Rexha, Drake, and Cardi B have also faced similar incidents.

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The singer calls for concerted efforts to prevent such incidents and create an atmosphere where artists and fans can fully engage in live performances.

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Ballerini's insights highlight the importance of concert safety and a united approach between artists and fans to preserve the magic of live music events.

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