Tough economic times have London clubs turning down live performances by Jay-Z. Clubs in the British city have been turning down appearances from the rap mogul because they cannot afford his fee.
“Representatives for the star, in town to watch his NBA team, the New Jersey Nets take on Miami Heat at The O2 on Sunday night, initially wanted $50,000 for him to host a party,” TheLondonPaper blog reports. “Even though that figure has now gone down to $14,000, no clubs are interested.”

“No club is willing to stump up the cash. At this rate he might even have to party for free,” says an insider.