catfish and the bottlemen tour cancelled British indie rock band Catfish & The Bottlemen has left fans in Australia, the U.S., and Canada heartbroken after canceling their much-anticipated tours across both continents. The cancellations come after reports of “band illness,” as revealed by several ticketing platforms. Here’s everything we know so far about why the band had to pull the plug on their upcoming shows.
Australian Tour Cancelled Due to Illness
Catfish & The Bottlemen were all set to perform their first Australian tour in five years, starting with a headlining show at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday, September 4. However, ticket holders were informed just hours before the gig that the show had been canceled. This wasn’t an isolated incident—along with the Sydney concert, the band axed five other Australian dates, including stops in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Adelaide.
According to Moshtix, the cancellation was due to “band illness,” with doctors advising against any performances. A statement issued through various ticketing platforms, including Frontier Touring and Ticketek, expressed the band’s deep regret, saying they were “really looking forward” to the shows and apologizing for the inconvenience caused to their Australian fans. Full refunds were offered to all ticket holders.
North American Tour Also Axed
Following the disappointing news in Australia, North American fans were soon hit with their own wave of cancellations. The band had a string of U.S. and Canadian shows planned for October and November, but fans in those regions also began receiving notifications that their concerts had been canceled.
This came after the band canceled a gig in Dublin, Ireland, on August 31—just 15 minutes before doors were set to open. Fans in Ireland had waited five years for the return of Catfish & The Bottlemen, making the last-minute cancellation even more painful. Similar to Australia, the reason given for pulling the plug on these shows was “artist illness.”
Why the Cancellations Are Happening
The exact nature of the illness affecting Catfish & The Bottlemen remains unclear, but the band’s team has cited “medical reasons” for the abrupt cancellations. While there’s no official word yet on what specific health issues are affecting the band, this wave of tour cancellations has raised concerns about their ability to perform in the near future.
Despite their apologies and assurances that refunds would be provided, the band has faced a wave of social media backlash, with fans expressing frustration over the lack of clear communication. While Catfish & The Bottlemen has issued statements through ticketing platforms, they have yet to release an official statement via their social media accounts.
What’s Next for Catfish & The Bottlemen?
With the band having pulled all their scheduled shows for the remainder of 2023, including highly anticipated performances in both Australia and North America, fans are left wondering what’s next for the Welsh indie rockers.
As of now, their 2024 UK dates, including a huge headline show at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, remain on the calendar. However, the band’s health issues have raised questions about whether they’ll be able to perform at these shows or if further cancellations are on the horizon.
Final Thoughts
For now, fans of Catfish & The Bottlemen are advised to stay tuned for updates from the band. With “band illness” cited as the cause, it’s clear that their health must come first. While disappointing, the cancellations ensure that the group can hopefully recover and get back on stage stronger than ever.
Stay updated by following the band’s official channels and ticketing platforms for further announcements. Here’s hoping that Catfish & The Bottlemen will be back to rock the stage in the near future!
