August 20th 2024.
Rachel Chinouriri, a popular music artist, has made the difficult decision to cancel her upcoming tour in the US. The 25-year-old British star, known for her alternative indie-pop style and hit songs like "Never Needed Me" and "All I Ever Asked," released her highly anticipated debut album, "What A Turn Of Events," in May. With over 1.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify and a recent performance at Glastonbury Festival, Rachel's career has been on the rise.
However, due to the financial strain that touring has caused, Rachel has had to withdraw from her scheduled performances with Remi Wolf and at various festivals. In a statement shared on her social media, she expressed her sadness about having to make this decision. "I've invested all my savings and earnings into my shows, styling, and band in order to be able to tour," she explained. "But despite my efforts to secure funding, the financial burden has become too much to bear."
Rachel acknowledged the harsh reality of the music industry, whether an artist is signed to a major label or independent. She expressed her love for Remi and her fanbase and her excitement to perform in the US, but ultimately, she could not justify the risk of incurring further financial strain. She assured her fans that her tour in the UK in November will still go ahead as planned.
After sharing her announcement, Rachel received an outpouring of support from her followers. Many were shocked and saddened by the fact that even a successful artist like Rachel is struggling to afford touring. Some fans urged others to stream and purchase Rachel's album to support her, while others expressed their disappointment in the state of the music industry.
Following Rachel's departure, Remi Wolf announced that Slimdan will be joining her tour as a replacement. Rachel commented on Remi's post, saying that she is "heartbroken" but knows that the tour will still be a dream. Rachel had been scheduled to open for Remi for 10 shows next month, starting in New York City and ending in California.
Unfortunately, touring in the US has become increasingly expensive for international artists. In April, new rules were introduced that more than doubled the cost of a visa to perform in America, sometimes exceeding $1,000. This, along with legal costs and processing fees, can make it difficult for artists to make a profit from touring. Rachel is not the first to speak out about the high cost of touring, with others in the industry also sharing their struggles.
Rachel's fans can continue to support her by streaming and purchasing her music and attending her upcoming shows in the UK. Rachel ended her statement by thanking her fans for understanding and expressing her love for them. She also encouraged those with a story to share to get in touch with her team.
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