Radiohead Postpone Shows, Issue Statement
Radiohead have decided to postpone a series of shows following the tragic stage collapse in Toronto. Radiohead are obviously still reeling. The band's North American tour was left in doubt earlier this week, when a stage collapse in Toronto killed one person and left several other members of their crew injured. Drummer Phil Selway issued an emotional statement, as the band wondered what to do next. Breaking cover, Radiohead have confirmed that a number of upcoming shows will be postponed as they attempt to adjust. Here's the statement: - - - Hello everyone, As you will probably have heard the roof over the stage collapsed at our show in Toronto killing crew member Scott Johnson and injuring three other crew members. The collapse also destroyed the light show – this show was unique and will take many weeks to replace. The collapse also caused serious damage to our backline, some elements of which are decades old and therefore hard to replace. Whilst we all are dealing with the grief and shock ensuing from this terrible accident there are also many practical considerations to deal with & consequently we have to try and reschedule the following shows: June
30 Roma Hippodrome Capanelle July
1 Firenze Parco delle Cascine
3 Bologna Arena Parco Nord
4 Codroipo Villa Manin
6 Berlin Wuhlheide
7 Berlin Wuhlheiee
9 St Triphon Carriere des Andonces We aim to announce the new dates for these shows on Wednesday 27th of June and will also supply information on how to obtain refunds on tickets if you cannot come to the show on the new date. We will start playing live again at Les Arenes Nimes, Bilbao BBK festival and Lisbon Optimus Alive festival. We will make every effort to offer the fans the very best show possible under the circumstances – thanks for your understanding and support. - - -
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