August 24th 2024.
The popular rock band, Queens of the Stone Age, have recently made the difficult decision to cancel or postpone their upcoming shows for the year 2024. This news comes as a shock to fans, as the band was set to perform at various festivals and concerts throughout Europe. The reason for these changes is due to frontman Josh Homme's health concerns and the need for him to undergo essential medical care.
Earlier this year, the 51-year-old musician underwent emergency surgery, causing the band to cancel some of their European tour dates. However, it seems that Homme's health issues have not yet been resolved, forcing the band to make the tough call to cancel or postpone all remaining shows for the year.
In a statement released on social media, the band expressed their regrets and explained that Homme's health is their top priority. Fans flooded the comments with messages of support and well wishes for the frontman. One fan, @lahlia, expressed their heartbreak and love for Homme, while others, like @viola82 and @thegnudz, sent their hopes for a speedy recovery.
The band, which consists of members Mark Lanegan, Joey Castillo, Nick Oliveri, Troy Van Leeuwen, and Homme, shared the news on their Instagram page. It's clear that Homme's health is of utmost importance to the group, and they are grateful for the understanding and support from their fans during this difficult time.
This is not the first time Homme's health has affected the band's tour plans. In June 2023, he revealed that he had been diagnosed with cancer the previous year and was still in the process of healing from surgery. Although he did not disclose further details about his health, Homme has been open about relying on music during his journey with cancer. He even shared with The Agency that writing their latest album, In Times New Roman, was a unique experience due to personal challenges and the global pandemic.
While the band had plans for a North American tour in 2024, those dates have now been postponed until 2025. Guitarist Troy Van Leeuwen hinted that the band may take a break before making any further plans for the future. He mentioned that the group has loosely discussed potential plans for next year, but nothing is set in stone.
Despite the challenges and uncertainties, Homme remains positive and grateful for the support from his family and fans. In an interview with Revolver magazine, he shared that he sees this difficult time as an opportunity for growth and believes it will ultimately make him a better person.
Queens Of The Stone Age, which formed in Seattle in 1996, has seen many changes in their line-up over the years, but Homme has remained a constant member. The current line-up includes Homme, Van Leeuwen, Michael Shuman, Dean Fertita, and Jon Theodore. As they navigate through this challenging time, the band is grateful for their fans' understanding and support. If you want to share your own story or send a message to the band, you can contact them through their social media or submit it through their website.
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