Kings of Leon cancel UK and European tour due to ‘freak accident’
Kings of Leon, the iconic rock band, have been forced to cancel their scheduled tour dates across the UK and Europe due to an unfortunate ‘freak accident.’ The group, known for hits like Sex on Fire, was gearing up to perform in various venues later this summer, including Cardiff and Lancashire in the UK, as well as stops in Spain, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Croatia, Belgium, and Portugal.
The announcement came via a video message posted on the band’s official Instagram page by frontman Caleb Followill, who shared the shocking news of his foot injury. In the video, Caleb revealed that he had broken his foot in a gnarly injury while playing with his kids, resulting in significant damage to his heel. Following emergency surgery in Nashville, doctors informed Caleb that he would be unable to perform, travel, or even stand for at least the next eight weeks.
Expressing his regret at having to cancel the upcoming shows, Caleb mentioned the excitement the band had been feeling in anticipation of the tour. They had been working hard in the studio recording new music and were planning to debut a few of those songs during the run of shows. However, despite the setback, Caleb remained hopeful and promised fans that new music and exciting projects were on the horizon.
In their separate statement, the band elaborated on Caleb’s injury, clarifying that he had shattered his heel and undergone significant surgery that required an extended recovery period. Under the care of expert orthopaedic specialists, the estimated eight-week recovery process would necessitate the cancellation of all upcoming UK and European festival headline shows scheduled for June and July.
As fans eagerly await Caleb’s return to full health, the band expressed their disappointment at having to call off the tour but assured everyone that they were committed to finding new ways to continue their creative journey in the absence of live performances. Despite the unforeseen circumstances, Kings of Leon remain dedicated to delivering exciting music and experiences to their loyal supporters.
With the cancellation of their tour, fans now wait with bated breath for the day when Kings of Leon will once again take to the stage to showcase their latest work. In the meantime, the band continues to work behind the scenes, exploring new avenues and opportunities to share their music and artistry with the world.