What was meant to be a weekend of music and celebration turned tragic at AXE Ceremonia in Mexico City. During the festival’s opening day at Parque Bicentenario, a sudden gust of wind caused a crane to collapse, fatally injuring photographers Berenice Giles and Miguel Hernández. Both were covering the event for Mr. Indie, a Spanish-language music outlet, and were rushed to the hospital with critical injuries but sadly passed away.
Festival organizers expressed deep sorrow, stating safety has always been their top priority. Sunday’s performances—including highly anticipated sets from Massive Attack and Tyler, The Creator—were immediately canceled, and refunds are being processed through Ticketmaster.
Tributes from across the music industry have poured in, including from Charli XCX, who performed the night before. Mr. Indie remembered the two as not just colleagues but family.
As investigations begin into the incident, the tragic loss has sent shockwaves through the festival world. This heartbreaking moment is a stark reminder of the importance of safety and the often-unseen heroes working behind the scenes in live music.
