An open Letter to Live Nation from this amazing community known around the world as Shipfam. 

Dear Live Nation, we may not know exactly what the core issue is between you and Gary Richards, and frankly, we do not care. Gary Richards is the reason that HolyShip, Shipfam, and many prominent and well known DJ's are known all around the world today. His name is synonymous with high quality and well-staged events all around the world, and without Gary, there is no ship, and most importantly, no Shipfam.

At the end of the day, if you choose to give Gary the boot, or otherwise force him from Holyship, we pledge to make this hurt, and not physically, but financially.

Each year, Holyship, which was founded by Gary, brings in crowds from all over the world in excess of 5-10 thousand people per year, for ship alone.The Base Cost of attendance is at least a thousand dollars (US) per person, and much much more in merchandise, food, drinks, and other sources of revenue. By signing this pledge, this family has agreed to either no longer attend Holyship, or severely curtail our spending, which WILL cost you millions. 

Live Nation, the ball is in your court. Play smart. 

References:

https://www.everfest.com/magazine/you-can-be-a-part-of-holy-ship-s-shipfam-here-s-how

http://www.miaminewtimes.com/music/ship-fam-a-guide-to-the-holy-ship-edm-cruises-fan-cult-6465473

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=shipfam

https://thump.vice.com/en_us/article/vvn47x/holy-ship-broke-my-brain

http://www.billboard.com/articles/news/dance/6836027/crazy-shipfam-costumes-holy-ship-2016