Queens of the Stone Age cancel 2024 shows as Josh Homme prioritizes health

Queens of the Stone Age have made the difficult decision to cancel all remaining 2024 tour dates as frontman Josh Homme continues to focus on his health.

In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), the band wrote: “QOTSA regrets to announce the cancellation and/or postponement of all remaining 2024 concerts. Josh has no choice but to prioritize his health and receive the necessary medical care for the rest of the year.”

The announcement comes just weeks after the band were forced to cancel several European dates to allow Homme to undergo emergency surgery.

Homme, who has been open about his health struggles in the past, revealed last year that he had undergone cancer surgery after being diagnosed in 2022. The nature of his recent surgery has not been disclosed, but it has been made clear that his recovery will they require extra time and care.

The canceled shows include several US shows scheduled from September to November, with standalone shows in Boston, Cincinnati, Chicago and Madison being postponed. In addition, festival appearances in Memphis, Bridgeport and Mexico City have been cancelled.

In July, the band explained the urgency of Homme's condition, stating that he needed to “return to the United States immediately for emergency surgery.” Despite their best efforts to continue the tour, Homme's condition eventually made it impossible to continue.

“Homme must return to the United States immediately for emergency surgery,” they said at the time. “Every effort has been made to move forward and play for you, but it is no longer an option to continue.”

Queens of the Stone Age toured in support of their eighth studio album, In Times New Roman…which was released in July. The record marked the band's first release in six years, following extensive tours of North America, Australia and Asia earlier in the year.

The band has not yet announced any plans to reschedule the canceled dates, but have expressed their gratitude for their fans' understanding and support during this difficult time.