Lawrence and Des Moines canceled despite our greatest efforts..
This sucks, we know. Unfortunately, we find ourselves in the humbling position of having to cancel our next two shows in Lawrence (Feb 25) and Des Moines (Feb 26). Our singer Mikel’s laryngitis, coupled with a bad throat infection that’s actually paralyzed part of his vocal cords, has forced us to postpone these shows indefinitely. Since rescheduling our last three shows (Boise, Salt Lake City, and Denver) for April, we’ve padded the end of our tour to such an extent that we’ve simply run out of time. This isn’t easy to announce, nor is it really a decision as much as it is a physical reality that we’re trying to deal with the best way that we can.
All tickets can be refunded at the point of purchase.
This past week has been very worrying for us, and we hope we haven’t terribly inconvenienced you or let anyone down.
We know there’s been a huge amount of support in both of these cities—more than we could hope for—and we promise we’ll make it up to you. We’ll definitely be back in the fall and hopefully before then.
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Minneapolis?
please please please please do not cancel the Chicago shows. i will die. DIE! if you do.
NOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was too excited for this. TOO excited.
That first show, at HOB in San Diego, was fantastic! (Mikel, I showed the kids the picture on my cell and told them you said they should go to college; they loved it.) We’re all pulling for you to get better soon!
this saddens me greatly but i understand. that’s how things go sometimes. just come to lawrence when you can and i will be there!!!!
I hope and pray the Minneapolis show doesn’t get cancelled.:( I am praying for you Mikel. Speedy and full recovery…everyone keep Mikel in your prayers!
Hey, just take care of yourself. No one can help getting sick, you guys. Hope to see you soon in Chicago (if not this weekend, then another).
Nooooo! *sigh* I understand completely, but I was SO looking forward to seeing you guys perform tonight. Please come to Lawrence soon! I will be there, and so will all my friends that I can wrangle into coming.
Get better and come back soon!
Mikel, take care of yourself and hopefully ya’ll all be back on the road soon.
I knew the night I saw these guys on The Late Show that the show at The Jackpot in Lawrence was doomed. I imagine when they reschedule or visit the region again it will be at the Uptown or The Midland in KC.
“Does this mean you’re moving on???”
I am so happy I was able to see you at the Seattle show at Neumo’s!
I hope for a safe and speedy recovery for Mikel. Lots of rest, water and relaxation.
Oh holy crap. I cannot say I am pleased by this, but if it wouldn’t be fun for you mikel, (you and your handsome low voice) then I will allow this cancellation of yours in my dearest des moines.
Jimbo, you are spot on. These guys come back and they are not playing Lawrence. Lawrence doesn’t even get the courtesy of being rescheduled. It will be the Uptown. BS, right?
Get better soon.
Gutted for you guys and gal, the very best of British wishes for a speedy recovery.
Would you like some PG tips (tea bags) sending over?
Jim & Dee
Man! I am in Des Moines and I am seriously bummed. Get well soon, I hope this is the last show you have to cancel, but please come through here again someday. I heard ticket sales were great.
Mikel, wishing you a speedy recovery!!! Looking forward to seeing the band in Boston!!!
You guys are awesome. please keep writing meaningful lyrics 🙂
P.S.
oh and i hope he gets better soon.
Hey Guys, and the beautiful violinist,
Tried like mad to get tickets for Barfly in Cardiff when you were in the UK.Didn,t happen, So what I want to know is when are you doing some more UK dates? It sucks that the single didn’t go as high in the UK charts as it deserved, but I think the album is amazing. Love your stuff so much.XXX.
Your lead singer sounds like Ricky Williams of the Flipper/Sleepers Fame.
Thank you so much for the portland show. It was so amazing. Please come to Seattle Wa!!!!!! We will be waiting for you!!!