BTS And Garth Brooks Among Latest To Cancel Tour Dates Due To COVID

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BTS is just the latest in a row of big-name acts that have recently cancelled tour dates. Country star Garth Brooks called off the next five dates of his record-breaking stadium tour, citing COVID safety concerns: «In July, I sincerely thought the pandemic was falling behind us. Now, watching this new wave, I realize we are still in the fight and I must do my part, Brooks said in a statement.

Nine Inch Nails has also cancelled the remainder of its shows for the year, which included some headlining shows as well as a handful of festival appearances. «When originally planned, these shows were intended to be a cathartic and celebratory return to live music, the band said in a statement. «However with each passing day it’s becoming more apparent we’re not at that place yet.

The highly contagious delta variant has forced much of the live music industry to pivot as it tries to return to normal. Industry giants Live Nation Entertainment and AEG Entertainment have announced new rules and regulations for entry into concerts in recent weeks. Some artists, such as Jason Isbell, have taken a firm stance on vaccine protocols on their shows. And many of the big upcoming music festivals such as Bonnaroo and Riot Fest also implementing vaccine requirements.