Many fans are already anticipating Lady A to perform in different cities across the United States but it seems like it won't be happening anymore as the band has announced devastating news to their supporters regarding their vocalist Charles Kelley.
According to a statement obtained by Variety, the trio confirmed that they will be postponing their Request Line Tour until 2023.
Other members include Dave Haywood and Hillary Scott.
Lady A: Request Line Tour Update pic.twitter.com/jhcoHWBx0s
— Lady A (@ladya) August 4, 2022
They added that they experienced the "greatest joy" whenever they meet and interact with fans during their concert so it's hard for them to make the decision of canceling their tour.
Revealing the reason behind the postponement, the statement continues, "we are a band, but more importantly we're family. We're proud to say that Charles has embarked on a journey to sobriety."
The band added that they will take the time to support their families and team for them to be the "healthiest, strongest and most creative band" they can be.
"It's early on this road, but we are determined to do what will best set us up for many more years together. We're grateful for your patience," the group wrote.
Concluding the post, which was also posted on Twitter, Lady A added that fans who already bought their tickets will get refunds and they look forward to touring in 2023.
Aside from their Request Line Tour, the band, formerly known as Lady Antebellum, also pulled out from their appearances like the Nebraska State Fair next month.
They were supposed to have 21 shows in their tour, including a performance at the Ryman Auditorium next week.
Despite postponing their concerts, the band will still release a new song titled "Told You I Could Drink" with Breland on Friday, August 5.
Charles Kelley previously opened up about his spirituality and struggles with alcohol in a previous song "Be Patient With My Love" from their 2019 album "Ocean."
The Los Angeles Times reported that the song he co-wrote was his "autobiography."
The band was popularly known as Lady Antebellum, but they changed their name in 2020 to dissociate from the racist past of the pre-Civil War era.
The big change in their branding became controversial after veteran singer Anita White filed a lawsuit after claiming that she performed as Lady A for many years.
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