Huge Brit rock band apologise to fans as they cancel FOUR shows calling it a ‘very difficult decision’
A HUGE Brit rock band has apologised to fans after they cancelled FOUR shows, and called it a “very difficult decision”.
The 90s rockers, who performed in the UK at the end of last year, have pulled out of a series of gigs “due to unforeseen circumstances” – but revellers aren’t happy.
The band, which is made up of frontman Matt Bellamy, drummer Dominic Howard and bassist Chris Wolstenholme, have cancelled a string of dates next month, leaving fans fuming.
Muse were due to take to the stage at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on February 4, Johannesburg in South Africa on February 7, Cape Town on February 11, and Bengaluru in India, on February 14 – but all of these gigs have been cancelled.
A statement on behalf of the band which was shared by Live Nation read: “Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, we will be unable to proceed with the upcoming scheduled shows in India, South Africa and UAE.
“This has been a very difficult decision and one we did not take lightly.
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“We’re truly sorry to everyone who purchased tickets and appreciate your understanding.”
Fans were left devastated by this news, and took to Muse’s Instagram page too vent, with one saying: “Why are you canceling a concert in the UAE 2 weeks before it starts?! We’re flying in from another country, planning a vacation.
“No one will refund our flights and accommodations. But you haven’t even given us a proper reason!”
Another fumed: “Is it true? Did you cancel the concert in UAE? Why?!!!!”
This fan was furious: “With your international tour being cancelled, it led to an entire festival being cancelled in South Africa, where it’s a rare occurance to get international acts.
“Can you guys at least let us know why you’ve cancelled so we have some peace of mind?
MUSE-ING ALONG
Formed in Devon, Muse shot to fame in the late 90s, and have remained popular ever since.
They have continued to tour and also play at big summer festivals.
Last year the band went on a European tour, which included playing at Madrid’s Mad Cool Festival, after they stepped in for Kings Of Leon.
They also toured in the UK at the end of last year.
Muse haven’t released any new music since 2022, when they thrilled fans with their album Will Of The People.
However, in December they teased on social media that they were “working on new music”, but that’s all they would reveal.
FAMILY MAN
Away from the band, and lead singer Matt previously told The Sun about how he co-parents his son Bing with his ex fiancee, who is none other than Hollywood star Kate Hudson.
The dad-of-two also has has a daughter Lovella with model wife Elle Evans and he told us they have a great relationship with his ex Kate.
“We all tend to spend summer in England together — Bing sees us both,” Matt said.
“It’s all friendly. Bing is a bit of a Californian kid as he loves surfing, skateboarding and he’s a really good artist.
“There’s loads of amazing street art, especially in Camden, so he’s walking around going, ‘This is so cool. I don’t see this in the Palisades’.
“Lovella is just so sweet. She came to see me play for the first time recently and was trying to run out to me on stage. Supermassive Blackhole was her favourite song.”