December 5th 2024.
It was a sad day for Sum 41 fans as the band made the difficult decision to cancel their Australian tour dates due to frontman Deryck Whibley's unexpected illness. The 44-year-old singer, also known as Bizzy D, had contracted pneumonia and was unable to perform. The band, including Jason McCaslin, Dave Baksh, Thomas Thacker, and Frank Zummo, had been on their final farewell tour, but unfortunately, it had to come to an abrupt end.
In a statement shared on social media, the band expressed their deep regret and sadness over having to cancel the remaining Australian tour dates. They had been looking forward to connecting with their Aussie fans one last time, but Whibley's health had to take priority. After consulting with multiple doctors, it was clear that he was too unwell to continue with the performances. The band understood the disappointment of their fans and shared their own feelings of being gutted about the situation.
On a positive note, the band informed fans that the Good Things Festival, which was scheduled for the same weekend, would still go on with an amazing lineup of local and international acts. They encouraged their fans to attend and have a great time in their absence. It was a bittersweet moment for the band as they announced the cancellation, but they remained hopeful for the future.
Sum 41 has been together since 1996, and their split announcement last year after 27 years together came as a shock to many. However, they had plans to release their final album "Heaven :x: Hell" and go on a worldwide headlining tour before officially disbanding in 2025. Their last show will be held in Toronto's Scotiabank Arena in January of that year. It is unclear if the Canadian leg of their tour next month will still take place, but the dates are still listed on their website.
This cancellation was not the first for the band. They had previously announced the decision to scrap their Brisbane show on December 4 due to Whibley's illness. In a statement at the time, they assured fans that he was receiving the best possible care. However, the post announcing the cancellation mysteriously disappeared.
In their split announcement last year, the band expressed their gratitude to their fans for the love and support they had received throughout their career. They also promised to finish their current tour dates and release their final album before going their separate ways. Sum 41 had come a long way since their start as a NOFX cover band in 1996, achieving mainstream success with their debut album "All Killer No Filler" in 2001. Their hits like "Fat Lip," "In Too Deep," and "Motivation" had garnered them a large fan base and solidified their place in the music industry.
Despite the disappointment of the cancelled tour, Sum 41 fans can still look forward to their final album release and the possibility of catching their last performances. The band encourages fans to share their stories and memories with them by contacting their entertainment team. It has been a wild ride for Sum 41, and they are forever grateful for the last 27 years and the memories they have made with their fans.
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