Alkaline Trio have announced that unfortunately they will no longer be playing any of the dates on their UK tour, which was due to start today (July 03).

The band were due to play five headline shows around the country, as well as stopping off at 2000trees Festival for a headline slot.

They have released this short statement on social media:

“We are immensely sorry but we must cancel our dates in England, including tonight’s show in Birmingham, due to medical issues Matt has ben suffering from that have worsened. He’s gonna be okay but needs to be treated stateside as soon as possible.

We will be back healthier and stronger.

Refunds are available at the point of purchase.”

These are the dates that are affected by the announcement.

JULY

03 – BIRMINGHAM Institute
04 – LONDON Kentish Town Forum
05 – NEWCASTLE City Hall
07 – LEEDS Academy
08 – MANCHESTER Ritz
09 – CHELTENHAM 2000trees