THE Putrefying Down Under Tour featuring Carcass and Brujeria has come off the rails at the last turn.
Citing a “deeply upsetting family situation” involving drummer Dan Wilding, the British death metal pioneers announced late this morning that they have been forced to reschedule the shows in Australia, New Zealand, China and India.
“We’re incredibly sorry to announce that we have decided to reschedule our upcoming Putrefying Down Under Australia / NZ tour along with our China and India dates,” the statement read. “Our drummer Dan is facing a deeply upsetting family situation, and his priority right now is being with his family. Out of respect for everyone involved, we won’t be sharing further details, but we hope our fans will understand that this is a situation where family has to come first and he simply cannot be so far away from home for so long. We know how much people have been looking forward to these shows and rescheduling them is not a decision we have taken lightly. Thank you for your patience, understanding and, most importantly, your kindness and support at what is a very difficult time for our band and family. All existing tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled dates, further information to follow. Thank you for understanding.”
All tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled tour and refunds will be made available for anyone who can’t make the new dates.
The tour was slotted to begin in Perth on Monday night.
The news comes less than 48 hours after Soilent Green were forced to cancel their Australian shows due to visa issues.