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Brian Setzer Cancels Stray Cats Tour Due to Illness

10/30/2025

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The Stray Cats canceled their 2025 fall tour because Brian Setzer, guitarist for The Stray Cats, has an autoimmune disease affecting his hands.
On October 28, Brian Setzer announced on social media that he is unable to perform due to his autoimmune disease.
Setzer, 66, has previously revealed that he can no longer play guitar, describing it as wearing gloves.
Refunds for tickets are available at the point of purchase.

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Story summary

The Stray Cats canceled their 2025 fall tour because Brian Setzer, guitarist for The Stray Cats, has an autoimmune disease affecting his hands.
On October 28, Brian Setzer announced on social media that he is unable to perform due to his autoimmune disease.
Setzer, 66, has previously revealed that he can no longer play guitar, describing it as wearing gloves.
Refunds for tickets are available at the point of purchase.