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Rivers Of Nihil Cancels Japan Tour; Promoter Faces Breach Claims

7/6/2026

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Rivers Of Nihil canceled their August 2026 Japan tour after failing to secure required visas.
Soundworks Direct Japan said the band breached contractual obligations and violated Japanese law.
Rivers Of Nihil replied that the visa process was unclear and too late, prompting the cancellation.
Fallujah accused Soundworks Direct Japan of withholding guaranteed payments for June shows, citing delayed flight-cost communication.

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Rivers Of Nihil canceled their August 2026 Japan tour after failing to secure required visas.
Soundworks Direct Japan said the band breached contractual obligations and violated Japanese law.
Rivers Of Nihil replied that the visa process was unclear and too late, prompting the cancellation.
Fallujah accused Soundworks Direct Japan of withholding guaranteed payments for June shows, citing delayed flight-cost communication.