The Smashing Pumpkins have cancelled their ‘Rock Invasion 2’ tour

The Smashing Pumpkins have officially cancelled their previously announced, postponed and rescheduled ‘Rock Invasion 2’ U.S. trek, which was set to start on October 6th in Greensboro, NC.

A message from the band reads as follows:

It is with heavy hearts that we must announce The Smashing Pumpkins Rock Invasion 2 tour will no longer be taking place. Though this decision did not come easily, it is our top priority to maintain the safety and health of our fans, crew, and venue staff. Tickets will automatically be refunded at point of purchase. Thank you for understanding.

Cancelled dates include:

October 06 – Greensboro, NC – Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts
October 08 – Louisville, KY – Louisville Palace
October 09 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
October 11 – Columbia, SC – The Township Auditorium
October 12 – North Charleston, SC – North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center
October 14 – Hollywood, FL – Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino – Hollywood, FL
October 18 – Atlanta, GA – Shaky Knees Music Festival
October 20 – Indianapolis, IN – Murat Theatre at Old National Centre
October 21 – Grand Rapids, MI – 20 Monroe Live
October 22 – East Moline, IL – The Rust Belt

The Pumpkins were also scheduled to play a few summer gigs with Guns N’ Roses, but those shows were postponed last month.

Concert shot by Johnny Perilla