"This year’s lineup was drawing a lot fewer attendees than we have seen in the last few years," said Thomas Gaudett, the chief administrative officer for Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim.

Soundside Music Festival has been canceled due to 'circumstances beyond our control,' according to organizers.

BRIDGEPORT — While questions remain about Friday's abrupt cancellation of the fourth annual Soundside music festival and its future, it is clear the situation is a monetary blow to the city.