
Heartbroken band pulls out of Reading and Leeds Festival after ‘running out of money'
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A BAND has confirmed they won't be playing Reading and Leeds Festival as originally planned after being unable to fund the trip to the UK.
The American rockers had been booked to appear at the annual festival but have now been forced to change their plans owing to money issues.
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House of Protection have been forced to cancel their Reading and Leeds appearance
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They shared this statement on Instagram
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Taking to Instagram to confirm they had been forced to change their plans, the band wrote: "We are devastated to announce that we will no longer be performing at this year's Reading & Leeds Festivals.
"Most of the funding to make this short trip possible was coming from our performance at the Heavy Music Awards, which unfortunately has been cancelled due to unforeseen and serious health issues affecting a key member of their team.
"Our condolences go out to that team member during this challenging time."
They continued: "We are deeply sorry to disappoint those who were excited to see us.
"Unfortunately, we simply don't have the resources to make this happen at the moment.
"Your support means everything to us, and we want to assure you that we are already looking forward to making it up to you in the near future (Spain as well).
"This decision was not easy for us."
It wasn't all bad news for fans of the band as they clarified they would be returning to the UK in October in order to tour with fellow band, Architects.
They said: "Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We'll be back in the UK with Architects in October."
Reacting to the band's sad news, one fan penned: "Its crazy that a band this amazing cant keep up with its career for financial reasons.
I did a treasure hunt through people's Reading festival rubbish… I found cash, a phone, a Prada bag & a 'gold dust' item
"This business sucks. Deep deep love for you guys."
As another added: "So thankful I got to see yous at download, reading and leeds wont be the same without you, hope everyone's okay and doing the best they can, devastated."
Before a third wrote: "Absolutely gutted - missed you at download bc of clashes, was looking forward to reading!
"Will have to catch you another time! Know how rough it is for Indy artists."
The band are relatively new - having first begun to work together in 2024.
The members - Aric Improta and Stephen Harrison - originally started out in other bands such as Fever 333, Night Verses and The Chariot.
They describe their musical style as 'Atlanta trap to UK trip-hop, post-punk and alternative and art-rock'.
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They won't be appearing due to financial issues
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