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Yahoo
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Animals As Leaders Have Cancelled Their 2025 Australian Tour
Animals As Leaders have cancelled all remaining dates on their 2025 world tour – immediately affecting their planned return to Australia this September, as well as dates in Mexico and South America. In a post shared to the band's social media accounts, the American djent trio explained that drummer Matt Garstka had sustained what was described as 'a serious arm injury' – so serious, in fact, that it 'requires surgery' that will keep him on the shelf for the rest of the year. 'There's no way we can perform without him,' wrote guitarists Tosin Abasi and Javier Reyes in their joint statement. 'Rather than leave things up in the air, we're calling it now and putting our full focus into writing the next Animals As Leaders album. New material is already in the works, and we'll have more to share soon. 'We know this news sucks – especially for those of you who've been waiting a long time to see us live. Canceling isn't something we take lightly. Thank you for sticking with us. We'll make it back to your cities with new music and a set that hits even harder.' Animals As Leaders – 'Physical Education' The tour promoter, Destroy All Lines, have said that refunds for all shows will be available from point of purchase, and to expect 30 days for the money to appear in accounts. The band's Australian shows were set to see them performing their 2014 album The Joy Of Motion in its entirety to belatedly celebrate its 10-year anniversary. Joining the band as support on all shows was to be American mathcore band Car Bomb, who were set to perform in Australia for the very first time. Karnivool Postpone Sydney & Canberra Shows Soulfly Announce 2026 Australian Tour With Nailbomb And Snot Comeback Kid Announce 'Wake The Dead' 20th Anniversary Australian Tour The post Animals As Leaders Have Cancelled Their 2025 Australian Tour appeared first on Music Feeds. Solve the daily Crossword
Scottish Sun
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Internationally famous band cancel string of tour dates after drummer suffers ‘serious injury'
The band shared a statement for their fans on Instagram PARTY'S OVER Internationally famous band cancel string of tour dates after drummer suffers 'serious injury' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AMERICAN instrumental metal band Animals As Leaders have been forced to cancel a string of tour dates. The band were supposed to land in Australia in September but it's now been cancelled after drummer Matt Garstka suffered a serious injury. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Animals as Leaders have been forced to cancel tour dates Credit: Supplied 3 The group shared a statement on Instagram Subsequently, tour dates in Mexico and South America have also been cancelled. The group took to their Instagram page to share the unfortunate news with their 245,000 followers. They began: 'To our fans in Mexico, South America and Australia. We have some unfortunate news. We're going to have to cancel our upcoming tour dates. 'Matt sustained a serious arm injury that requires surgery, and there's no way we can perform without him. 'Rather than leave things up in the air, we're calling it now and putting our full focus into writing the next Animals As Leaders album. 'New material is already in the works, and we'll have more to share soon. 'We know this news sucks – especially for those of you who've been waiting a long time to see us live. Cancelling isn't something we take lightly. 'Thank you for sticking with us. We'll make it back to your cities with new music and a set that hits even harder. Respect. Animals As Leaders,' they signed off. Their fans rushed to the comments section to share their thoughts as one said: 'This is how good AAL is. Someone gets hurt, nobody is capable of filling in. Get well soon Matt!' Another understanding fan penned: 'I just wish Matt a quick recovery and that you can play the full Joy Of Motion album whenever you can come around. Animals as Leaders official music video for CAFO 'I was really anticipating the chance to see if full but everyone's health is more important.' Somebody else expressed: 'Dude is so much of a legend, no one can fill in! Get well soon Matt. I know CMDX show will be worth the wait.' While a fourth added: 'Wishing Matt a safe recovery, hope surgery goes well! Hope you guys can be back on stage soon.' The tour would have marked the band's debut visit Down Under to support metal group Car Bomb. We wish our brother Matt a quick and full recovery and hope we'll be able to finally make it over to Australia soon.' Car Bomb Car Bomb said of the cancellation: 'Due to the unfortunate incident of Matt Garstka suffering an arm injury, our upcoming tour with Animals As Leaders has been cancelled. 'This would have been our first time playing Australia, so it pains us to say we will not be performing for y'all this September. 'We wish our brother Matt a quick and full recovery and hope we'll be able to finally make it over to Australia soon.' Aside from Matt, the group is also comprised of lead guitarist Tosin Abasi and Javier Reyes on rhythm guitar, all hailing from Washington DC. They first formed in 2009, with the line-up seeing some changes, with past members including Chebon Littlefield, Matt Halpern and Navene Koperweis. Animals As Leaders released their self-titled debut album with Prosthetic Records in 2009. They have since released the albums Weightless (2011), The Joy of Motion (2014), The Madness of Many (2016) and Parrhesia (2022).
The Irish Sun
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Internationally famous band cancel string of tour dates after drummer suffers ‘serious injury'
AMERICAN instrumental metal band Animals As Leaders have been forced to cancel a string of tour dates. The band were supposed to land in Australia in September but it's now been cancelled after drummer Matt Garstka suffered a serious injury. Advertisement 3 Animals as Leaders have been forced to cancel tour dates Credit: Supplied 3 The group shared a statement on Instagram Subsequently, tour dates in The group took to their Instagram page to share the unfortunate news with their 245,000 followers. They began: 'To our fans in Mexico , South America and Australia . We have some unfortunate news. We're going to have to cancel our upcoming tour dates. 'Matt sustained a serious arm injury that requires surgery, and there's no way we can perform without him. Advertisement READ MORE ON MUSIC 'Rather than leave things up in the air, we're calling it now and putting our full focus into writing the next Animals As Leaders album. 'New material is already in the works, and we'll have more to share soon. 'We know this news sucks – especially for those of you who've been waiting a long time to see us live. Cancelling isn't something we take lightly. 'Thank you for sticking with us. We'll make it back to your cities with new music and a set that hits even harder. Respect. Animals As Leaders,' they signed off. Advertisement Most read in Music Their fans rushed to the comments section to share their thoughts as one said: 'This is how good AAL is. Someone gets hurt, nobody is capable of filling in. Get well soon Matt!' Another understanding fan penned: 'I just wish Matt a quick recovery and that you can play the full Joy Of Motion album whenever you can come around. Animals as Leaders official music video for CAFO 'I was really anticipating the chance to see if full but everyone's health is more important.' Somebody else expressed: 'Dude is so much of a legend, no one can fill in! Get well soon Matt. I know CMDX show will be worth the wait.' Advertisement While a fourth added: 'Wishing Matt a safe recovery, hope surgery goes well! Hope you guys can be back on stage soon.' The tour would have marked the band's debut visit Down Under to support metal group Car Bomb. We wish our brother Matt a quick and full recovery and hope we'll be able to finally make it over to Australia soon.' Car Bomb Car Bomb said of the cancellation: 'Due to the unfortunate incident of Matt Garstka suffering an arm injury, our upcoming tour with Animals As Leaders has been cancelled. 'This would have been our first time playing Australia, so it pains us to say we will not be performing for y'all this September. Advertisement 'We wish our brother Matt a quick and full recovery and hope we'll be able to finally make it over to Australia soon.' Aside from Matt, the group is also comprised of lead guitarist Tosin Abasi and Javier Reyes on rhythm guitar, all hailing from Washington DC. They first formed in 2009, with the line-up seeing some changes, with past members including Chebon Littlefield, Matt Halpern and Navene Koperweis. Animals As Leaders released their self-titled debut album with Prosthetic Records in 2009. Advertisement They have since released the albums Weightless (2011), The Joy of Motion (2014), The Madness of Many (2016) and Parrhesia (2022). 3 Drummer Matt Garstka has sustained an injury
The Sun
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Internationally famous band cancel string of tour dates after drummer suffers ‘serious injury'
AMERICAN instrumental metal band Animals As Leaders have been forced to cancel a string of tour dates. The band were supposed to land in Australia in September but it's now been cancelled after drummer Matt Garstka suffered a serious injury. 3 Subsequently, tour dates in Mexico and South America have also been cancelled. The group took to their Instagram page to share the unfortunate news with their 245,000 followers. They began: 'To our fans in Mexico, South America and Australia. We have some unfortunate news. We're going to have to cancel our upcoming tour dates. 'Matt sustained a serious arm injury that requires surgery, and there's no way we can perform without him. 'Rather than leave things up in the air, we're calling it now and putting our full focus into writing the next Animals As Leaders album. 'New material is already in the works, and we'll have more to share soon. 'We know this news sucks – especially for those of you who've been waiting a long time to see us live. Cancelling isn't something we take lightly. 'Thank you for sticking with us. We'll make it back to your cities with new music and a set that hits even harder. Respect. Animals As Leaders,' they signed off. Their fans rushed to the comments section to share their thoughts as one said: 'This is how good AAL is. Someone gets hurt, nobody is capable of filling in. Get well soon Matt!' Another understanding fan penned: 'I just wish Matt a quick recovery and that you can play the full Joy Of Motion album whenever you can come around. Animals as Leaders official music video for CAFO 'I was really anticipating the chance to see if full but everyone's health is more important.' Somebody else expressed: 'Dude is so much of a legend, no one can fill in! Get well soon Matt. I know CMDX show will be worth the wait.' While a fourth added: 'Wishing Matt a safe recovery, hope surgery goes well! Hope you guys can be back on stage soon.' The tour would have marked the band's debut visit Down Under to support metal group Car Bomb. We wish our brother Matt a quick and full recovery and hope we'll be able to finally make it over to Australia soon.' Car Bomb Car Bomb said of the cancellation: 'Due to the unfortunate incident of Matt Garstka suffering an arm injury, our upcoming tour with Animals As Leaders has been cancelled. 'This would have been our first time playing Australia, so it pains us to say we will not be performing for y'all this September. 'We wish our brother Matt a quick and full recovery and hope we'll be able to finally make it over to Australia soon.' Aside from Matt, the group is also comprised of lead guitarist Tosin Abasi and Javier Reyes on rhythm guitar, all hailing from Washington DC. They first formed in 2009, with the line-up seeing some changes, with past members including Chebon Littlefield, Matt Halpern and Navene Koperweis. Animals As Leaders released their self-titled debut album with Prosthetic Records in 2009. They have since released the albums Weightless (2011), The Joy of Motion (2014), The Madness of Many (2016) and Parrhesia (2022).
