catfish and the bottlemen tour cancelled British indie rock band, Catfish and The Bottlemen, have disappointed thousands of fans after abruptly cancelling their highly anticipated Australian tour, just hours before the first show in Sydney. The band, scheduled to perform at the Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday night, was forced to call off the concert due to ongoing health issues within the group.
Fans were notified early Wednesday morning via an email from Ticketek, which confirmed that the entire Australian leg of the tour had been scrapped. The band had been eager to return to the stage but were unable to do so after medical advice led to the cancellation of their Dublin show just days earlier.
In a statement shared by Live Nation, the band expressed their regret:
“Catfish and The Bottlemen were hoping to perform, but on doctor’s orders, they were forced to cancel their show in Dublin. Unfortunately, due to band illness, all Australian dates this month have also been cancelled.”
Fans Express Disappointment
The last-minute cancellation has left Australian fans heartbroken, with many taking to social media to share their frustration. One fan posted on X (formerly Twitter), “Catfish and The Bottlemen tour getting cancelled just ruined my life, I’m serious.” Another described the comeback tour as “ridiculous,” while a third added, “Very sad and confusing potential end for my favourite band.”
A String of Sudden Cancellations
The band’s Australian tour cancellation follows a similarly abrupt decision in Dublin, where fans were informed just 15 minutes before the group was set to take the stage. The repeated cancellations have cast doubt over the future of the band’s comeback tour, with concerns about whether their remaining shows, including those in the U.S., will go ahead as planned.
Catfish and The Bottlemen, known for their hit singles like “Homesick” and “Kathleen”, were once considered one of the most promising acts in the indie rock scene. Their return to touring was highly anticipated following a hiatus that began in 2021, but ongoing health issues now threaten to derail their comeback.
What’s Next for Catfish and The Bottlemen?
With the Australian leg cancelled and uncertainty surrounding their upcoming shows, fans are left wondering what the future holds for Catfish and The Bottlemen. While no further announcements have been made, the band’s recent string of cancellations suggests that their much-awaited comeback may be cut short.
