Cradle of Filth was looking forward to performing at their show in Tel Aviv, Israel, scheduled in February 2024, but the band made the decision to not push through and pospone their concert due to what has been happening in the country.
Taking to their social media accounts, the band revealed that they chose not to go to their show in the city not because they have any affiliation with terrorist groups that was suggested by some Facebook users, but due to the government warning the group not to.
In addition, the group noted that insurers refused to cover any members of the band for the show and the logistics of bringing equipment to Tel Aviv would be hard amidst the war.
"We fully understand the gravity of the situation in Israel and Gaza City at the present and apologies to all our fans in the region for the postponement," they added.
Cradle of Filth Apologizes Following Tel Aviv Show Postponement
Later in the statement, the band expressed their apologies and appreciate the "disappointment" that their fans felt following the announcement.
"It must be realised that this opportunity has been taken out of our hands due to the seriousness of the situation," they added.
They then explaiend that it was almost the same reason why they had to postpone their tour in Russia last year because it was under similar circumstances.
"Thank you for your understanding. We are mere musicians not activists or soldiers and by that token, are privy to the concerns and requests of international advisement," the band concluded.
US Government Issues Warning About Traveling to Israel
It appears that the band took consideration of the U.S. State Department to not travel in Israel amid the attacks that has been happening in the country.
According to Blabbermouth, the government issued another "worldwide caution" because of the war.
Now that the band has postponed their show in Tel Aviv, they will now kick off their series of concerts for 2024 in Gdansk at B90 on February 12, 2023.
Per the outlet, the band will be joined by talented groups Sick N' Beautiful and Wednesday 13 as supporting acts for their shows.
The group of musicians will visit major cities around the world including Plzen, Brno, Cluj, Bucharest, Istanbul, Athens, and many more.
For more information about tickets and VIP passes, visit their official website in this link.
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