Popular singer cancelled only Scottish gig date in Glasgow
Hardy was set to perform at the city's O2 Academy on Monday, June 30, as part of his Jim Bob World Tour.
However, it has now been revealed that Hardy has cancelled his show in the city, which was his only Scottish date on the tour.
On top of that, the musician has also axed his Birmingham, Brixton, and Manchester concerts.
READ MORE: Music legend cancelled Glasgow summer gig at SEC Armadillo
(Image: Google) Revealing the cancellation, a statement on the venue's website reads: "Sorry, this show has been cancelled and there aren't any plans to reschedule.
"You'll be able to get a full refund from wherever you bought your tickets, and your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more."
The 34-year-old, from Mississippi in the US, is a well-known country music singer-songwriter.
He is known for his tunes, including Truck Bed, One Beer, Given Heaven Some Hell, Wait in the Truck, Hide My Gun, and Red.
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