Bay Area rock star known for positive music embroiled in grooming allegations
Briefly

Michael Franti, an alternative rock musician, is denying claims of nonconsensual behavior made by a younger female musician while a music cruise he was set to headline has been canceled. Victoria Canal, a Spanish American singer-songwriter, described experiences of grooming and coercion by an older musician during their touring time. Despite not naming the musician, Canal elaborated on the emotional toll of facing a lawsuit. Franti, known for his positive songs, faced event cancellations as multiple acts withdrew from the cruise following these allegations.
Michael Franti, an alternative rock musician, denies accusations of nonconsensual behavior made by a younger female musician. His upcoming music cruise in Mexico has been canceled.
Victoria Canal stated on Instagram that she was groomed by an older musician who coerced her into silence about nonconsensual behaviors experienced during their tour.
Franti's music career, known for positive messages, has been marred by allegations, leading to cancellations and withdrawal of multiple acts from a forthcoming music event.
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