A Grammy-nominated band has postponed its Bay Area tour stops after its truck — loaded with instruments and stage equipment — was stolen in Oakland, derailing a scheduled Berkeley performance and several upcoming shows.
Moonchild, a soul and jazz trio from Los Angeles, said the theft happened Wednesday, April 29, hours before it was set to take the stage at the UC Theatre.
“This morning our truck was stolen in Oakland,” the band wrote in a statement on social media. “It had all of our stage design, wardrobe, lighting/audio gear, merch, and instruments for the Waves Tour. So, we’re heartbroken to say that we have to reschedule the rest of our tour. Berkeley, Sacramento, LA, San Diego, we are so sorry.”…