Authorities confirmed on Wednesday (Aug. 19) the suspension of the concert, deeming it contrary to social violence prevention efforts in Zacatecas.

Luis R. Conriquez

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The government of the Mexican state of Zacatecas requested that organizers of a local fair cancel the performance of regional Mexican music star Luis R. Conriquez, which was scheduled for Aug. 28, citing concerns that some of his musical content allegedly constitutes glorification of crime.

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