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Lambrini Girls Withdraw from Coachella Due to Injury
4/9/2026, 7:02:42 AM
Injury and Withdrawal from Coachella
British punk duo Lambrini Girls have announced their withdrawal from the Coachella music festival and the rescheduling of their North American tour following a serious injury sustained by lead vocalist Phoebe Lunny. On April 8, the band revealed via Instagram that Lunny suffered a neck fracture and an acute brain injury during a recent tour in Australia. The injury was initially misdiagnosed, delaying appropriate treatment. As a result, Lunny is under medical orders to refrain from flying or performing for six weeks.
Rescheduled Tour Dates
In light of Lunny's condition, Lambrini Girls have rescheduled their North American tour, which will now commence on June 16, 2026, in New York City. The revised schedule includes performances in Boston, Montreal, Toronto, Indianapolis, Detroit, Chicago, Kansas City, St. Louis, Atlanta, and Asheville. The band has confirmed that their UK and European shows will proceed as planned starting in late May.
New North American Tour Dates:
- June 16: New York, NY @ Warsaw
- June 17: Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club
- June 19: Montreal, QC @ Beanfield Theatre
- June 20: Toronto, ON @ The Concert Hall
- September 27: Indianapolis, IN @ The Vogue
- September 28: Detroit, MI @ Majestic Theatre
- September 29: Chicago, IL @ The Vic Theatre
- October 1: Kansas City, MO @ Granada
- October 2: St. Louis, MO @ Delmar Hall
- October 4: Atlanta, GA @ Variety Playhouse
- October 5: Asheville, NC @ Orange Peel
Official Statements & Responses
In their Instagram post, Lunny expressed deep disappointment over missing Coachella, stating, “We want to be there so badly. If it was a broken leg, I would do a Dave Grohl and play it.” She emphasized the band's commitment to their community and the importance of their music in times of adversity. Lunny also expressed gratitude for the support from fans, stating, “Thank you for always showing up for us.”
Criticism & Opposition
While the official reason for the band's withdrawal is Lunny's injury, some fans speculated that their removal from the Coachella lineup could be linked to the band's vocal stance against political issues, including their opposition to Donald Trump and advocacy for Palestine. However, these speculations were dismissed by the band, who clarified that the injury was the sole reason for their absence.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Long story short: I fractured my neck and have an acute brain injury.” — Phoebe Lunny, Lead Vocalist
- “We have received quite a lot of messages re coachella, we are so gutted guys.” — Phoebe Lunny, Lead Vocalist
- “Making space for subversion and resistance is at the core of what this band is about.” — Phoebe Lunny, Lead Vocalist
What's Next
Lambrini Girls are expected to continue their UK and European tour beginning May 21, 2026, while fans eagerly await their rescheduled North American dates. The band recently released a new single titled "Cult of Celebrity," which critiques societal issues and corruption among the elite.
