British rock artist Yungblud has made the difficult decision to cancel all his remaining 2025 tour dates following medical advice after doctors identified concerning results during his routine health checks.
Medical Intervention Forces Tour Cancellation
The 28-year-old musician, whose real name is Dominic Harrison, had been scheduled to bring his Idols World Tour to the United States this month, but will now take an enforced break from performing until the end of the year. The cancellation comes after what should have been routine voice and blood tests revealed unspecified health concerns that prompted immediate medical intervention.
In a lengthy and emotional statement shared via his Instagram Stories, Yungblud explained that he's following doctors' orders to prevent causing lasting damage to his health. He acknowledged his natural tendency to 'run himself into the ground' while prioritising his music and fans above everything else, but recognised the seriousness of the situation this time.
Impact on Fans and Future Plans
The cancellation affects scheduled performances in multiple cities including Philadelphia, Cleveland, Washington, Mexico City and throughout Latin America. The star expressed his heartbreak at having to make this decision and offered sincere apologies to fans who had purchased tickets for these shows.
All ticket purchases for US dates will be fully refunded, and Yungblud has promised to send a gift to fans who sign up with their address via a provided link. He emphasised that he never takes his fans' 'love, support or energy for granted' and understands the frustration this cancellation will cause.
Looking ahead, Yungblud confirmed that his first show will now take place in Sydney in January, followed by the UK leg of his tour in April. He has already begun working on rescheduling the cancelled US shows for next year, and is exploring options for more affordable performances in Mexico and Latin America.
Career Highlights and Recent Recognition
The cancelled tour was intended to promote his latest album 'Idols', which was released in June and recently earned a Grammy nomination in the Best Rock Album category. This professional achievement caps what Yungblud described as a 'truly unbelievable year' in his statement.
Earlier this month, the artist generated significant attention for what many described as 'the most rock and roll' behaviour seen in years, including being photographed shirtless while smoking and kissing a fan before handing her his cigarette. These wild displays have become characteristic of his public persona, though they've sometimes sparked concern among observers.
Yungblud recently paid tribute to his close friend and mentor Ozzy Osbourne, performing at the metal icon's farewell concert in Birmingham during June and reportedly giving a moving reading at his funeral in July. His relationship with Osbourne had developed into what many described as an almost father-son bond since they first met in 2022.
