Lankum cancel Denmark show and entire US tour

Experimental folk band Lankum announced that they will be cancelling their show in Copenhagen as well as their entire North American tour.

“Last month, Lankum cancelled concerts for the first time in the history of the band,” read a statement posted to the group’s social media. “Unfortunately we find ourselves in this position again and despite our best efforts we must cancel further dates to preserve the health and well being of our band members.”

“Our upcoming dates in Aarhus, Copenhagen, and our entire US tour will not take place,” the statement continued. “We know it is bitterly disappointing for our fans and those that have bought tickets to our gigs and the festivals we should be appearing at.”

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— LANKUM (@LankumDublin) August 21, 2023

The Dublin group- made up of Ian Lynch, Daragh Lynch, Radie Peat and Cormac MacDiarmada – were nominated for the Mercury Prize for their latest album, False Lankum, last month.

They have played a string of shows so far this summer, including a headline show at Vicar Street at the end of May.

“We are sure you can understand that the health of the individuals in Lankum is our number 1,” the statement added. “Refunds available from the point of sale.