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Pentagram's Tour Paused Amid Abuse Controversy and Visa Issues

7/21/2025

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Pentagram's highly anticipated tour in Australia and New Zealand faces a setback as The Red Heart Campaign raises concerns over singer Bobby Liebling's past abuse conviction. The campaign's criticism comes at a time when awareness of male violence is growing. Hardline Media confirmed the tour's pause, citing visa issues while clarifying that no venues are implicated in the allegations.

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Pentagram's highly anticipated tour in Australia and New Zealand faces a setback as The Red Heart Campaign raises concerns over singer Bobby Liebling's past abuse conviction. The campaign's criticism comes at a time when awareness of male violence is growing. Hardline Media confirmed the tour's pause, citing visa issues while clarifying that no venues are implicated in the allegations.