Hard Rock won't Call back

Hard Rock International has confirmed that Hard Rock Calling, won't take place in 2014. Held since  2006 the show was promoted as an alliance between the retro-rock café and Live Nation, and was originally based in Hyde Park, but moved this summer to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Following Hard Rock's announcement, Live Nation issued a statement confirming that it is now seeking a new partner for its 'Calling' festival brand. In a Facebook post the live giant wrote: "Live Nation Entertainment notes today's announcement by Hard Rock International, regarding their decision not to sponsor a rock music event in London in 2014. Following record ticket-demand and audience numbers at festivals this year, Live Nation is exploring new sponsorship partnerships for its highly successful 'Calling' franchise".

Wireless and Hard Rock head East

Live Nation will move its central London festivals Wireless and Hard Rock Calling to the Olympic Park in East London, after ending its relationship with the Royal Parks. AEG now has the rights to stage events at Hyde Park. Live Nation will move Wireless and Hard Rock Calling, and possibly other concerts, under a new partnership with the London Legacy Development Corporation to use the Olympic Stadium ahead of a full opening of the complex to the public, under the name Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, in 2014.