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Avenged Sevenfold Postpones Latin American Tour Due to Vocal Injury
9/29/2025, 11:47:00 PM
Vocal Health Concerns Prompt Tour Delay
Avenged Sevenfold has announced the postponement of their 2025 Latin American tour following a diagnosis of vocal fold hematoma for frontman M. Shadows. The band made the announcement on September 25, 2025, via their social media platforms, stating that the tour will be rescheduled for January 2026. Shadows, 44, shared his experience in a nearly three-minute video, explaining that he initially attributed his vocal issues to fatigue after performing at the Louder Than Life festival. However, after experiencing persistent discomfort in Argentina, he sought medical attention, leading to the diagnosis.
Background on Vocal Fold Hematoma
A vocal fold hematoma occurs when a blood vessel in the vocal cord ruptures, resulting in blood accumulation in the vocal cord lining. According to Keck Medicine of the University of Southern California, this condition can arise from various factors, including forceful vocal events, and requires immediate medical care. Shadows previously dealt with a similar issue in 2017, which ultimately led to surgery after he attempted to continue performing despite the injury.
Official Statements & Responses
In his video message, Shadows expressed regret over the postponement, stating, “If I shut this down now, I’ll have a couple weeks of voice rest and then a couple months of rehab.” He emphasized the importance of taking a responsible approach to his health to avoid further complications. The band reassured fans that all tickets would remain valid for the rescheduled dates, with new show information expected to be announced soon.
Impact on Tour and Opening Acts
The postponement affects multiple cities across Latin America, including Buenos Aires, Santiago, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Porto Alegre, Bogotá, and Mexico City. The tour was set to feature opening acts such as Mr. Bungle, A Day to Remember, Poppy, and Karen Dió, all of whom have expressed disappointment but understanding regarding the situation. Mr. Bungle has already indicated their desire to remain part of the rescheduled tour.
Criticism & Opposition
While fan reactions have largely been supportive, some expressed disappointment over the cancellation of travel plans and the disruption to the tour schedule. Shadows acknowledged the inconvenience caused to fans and crew members, stating, “Apologies to everyone who’s made plans, spent money. Hopefully, this is early enough to make you able to make the proper plans.”
Verbatim Quotes
- “Shared the band in a statement [via Instagram]: “With a heavy heart, and regretfully, we have to announce that due to a specific condition called a vocal fold hematoma, we have made the necessary decision to push our tour to early next year.” — Avenged Sevenfold
- “A lot goes into this, but I have to make the responsible decision and there’s just no way I can sing like this.” — M. Shadows
- “Health comes first, take care and we hope you get better. Sending love. See you soon!” — Fan comment
The postponement of Avenged Sevenfold's Latin American tour highlights the challenges faced by artists in maintaining vocal health while balancing performance schedules. The band remains committed to returning to the stage once Shadows has fully recovered.
