Sleep Token kicked off their European stadium tour on Tuesday (November 5) in Zurich, Switzerland, but they were missing two members.
Before the concert, the British band announced that both their bassist III and guitarist IV had become ill and would not be performing that night. But instead of canceling the concert, the show would continue through the use of pre-recorded tracks.
“The show will go ahead as planned, using pre-recorded tracks from III and IV, captured during preparations for our recent tour,” the band wrote in a post on instagram. “We always strive to avoid canceling a Ritual unless it is completely unavoidable, and we hope that this outcome will be more acceptable to you than a last-minute cancellation.”
Surprisingly, Sleep Token didn't deviate from the same 16-song set they played, as a full band, during their spring North American tour.
The setlist included seven songs from 2023. Take me back to Edenfive songs of 2021 This place will become your graveand four from the debut album. sunset. In fan performance footage, the use of pre-recorded tracks is virtually undetectable, as the alternative metal act still completes a lush soundscape even in these phone recordings.
After the show, Sleep Token followed up. instagram post thanking concertgoers: “Zurich, thank you for your unwavering support and for speaking out with us last night. In the absence of our brothers III and IV, your energy filled the room and helped us get through. We are beyond words, grateful for this collective and for each of you who shared the Ritual with us. Your presence means everything.”
There has been no update on whether III and IV are well enough for the next show in France on Thursday (November 7). Sleep Token's European and UK tour runs until early December and you can get tickets now. here.
See fan footage from the Zurich concert below.
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