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Cat Stevens Postpones Book Tour Over Visa Issues

9/30/2025

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Story summary

Yusuf/Cat Stevens has postponed his North American book tour for Cat on the Road to Findout due to visa issues.
The tour, announced in May to include discussions and performances, was set to begin October 2 in Philadelphia.
The memoir will be released on October 7, with pre-orders ongoing, and books do not require visas.

History

Historical Context

In 1971, Cat Stevens, famous for "Wild World," faced career challenges as U.S. immigration policies tightened under President Nixon, affecting artists' mobility. This historical context resonates today as Stevens' postponed book tour due to visa issues highlights ongoing barriers for artists, impacting cultural exchange and public engagement in the arts, a trend that has persisted for decades.

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Story summary

Yusuf/Cat Stevens has postponed his North American book tour for Cat on the Road to Findout due to visa issues.
The tour, announced in May to include discussions and performances, was set to begin October 2 in Philadelphia.
The memoir will be released on October 7, with pre-orders ongoing, and books do not require visas.

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