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Sex Pistols and Frank Carter Postpone North American Tour Due to Injury
9/3/2025, 3:52:34 AM
Tour Cancellation Announcement
The Sex Pistols, featuring original members Paul Cook, Glen Matlock, and Steve Jones alongside vocalist Frank Carter, have postponed their upcoming North American and South American tour due to a wrist injury sustained by guitarist Steve Jones. The tour was set to commence on September 16, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, and was expected to include performances at notable events such as Riot Fest in Chicago and CBGB Fest in Brooklyn.
Details of the Injury
Steve Jones announced the cancellation via social media, stating, “I’ve got some good news and bad news. What do you want first? Okay, the bad news: I’ve broken my wrist, so unfortunately we won’t be doing any shows for a while. The good news is the surgeon said I will be back playing guitar in the not-too-distant future. The other good news is I’ll be 70 tomorrow! God bless, and God save the wrist.” The band confirmed that the performances will be rescheduled once Jones has fully recovered.
Background of the Tour
This tour was particularly significant as it marked the Sex Pistols' first North American tour in over two decades. The band had previously announced the tour in March 2025, expressing a strong desire to reconnect with fans during a time when they believed their music was needed. Frank Carter, known for his work with Gallows and Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, has been fronting the band since last year, replacing original singer John Lydon, also known as Johnny Rotten.
Criticism from John Lydon
John Lydon has publicly criticized the band’s decision to tour without him, describing the current lineup as akin to "karaoke." He expressed his discontent in interviews, stating that the absence of his participation diminishes the band's integrity and purpose. Lydon has been estranged from the other members for several years, particularly after his unsuccessful attempts to block the use of the band's music in the Hulu miniseries "Pistol," which dramatized the band's history.
Official Statements
In their official statement, the Sex Pistols expressed gratitude for fans' understanding and support during this time. They emphasized that updates regarding rescheduled dates would be communicated through local venue websites and their social media channels.
What's Next
As the band awaits Jones's recovery, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for announcements regarding the new tour dates. The Sex Pistols' return to the stage is highly anticipated, given the band's historical significance in punk rock and their enduring influence on the genre.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I’ve got some good news and bad news. What do you want first? Okay, the bad news: I’ve broken my wrist, so unfortunately we won’t be doing any shows for a while. The good news is the surgeon said I will be back playing guitar in the not-too-distant future. The other good news is I’ll be 70 tomorrow! God bless, and God save the wrist.” — Steve Jones, Guitarist, Sex Pistols
- “When I first heard that the Sex Pistols were touring this year without me it pissed me off,” — John Lydon, Original Singer, Sex Pistols
