Fresh from supporting Linkin Park in Paris, Sleep Token kicked
off their massive European headline tour in Zurich last night (Tuesday, November
5).
But despite the enormous and exciting occasion, unfortunately
both III and IV had to miss out on this opening show at Halle 622, with the
band using “pre-recorded tracks” by them to ensure their Ritual could go ahead.
Before the performance, a statement from Sleep Token read: “Zurich,
following the earlier news of IV’s illness, we regret to share that our brother
III has now also fallen ill and will be unable to perform tonight.
“The show
will go ahead as planned, using pre-recorded tracks from both III and IV,
captured during our recent tour preparations. We always endeavour to avoid
cancelling a Ritual unless completely unavoidable, and we hope this outcome is
more acceptable to you than a last-minute cancellation.
“Thank you
for your understanding and support through these unforeseen changes. Tonight,
we perform for them, and for you.”