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Voivod Cancel U.S. Tour
Voivod cancels entire U.S. tour due to family health emergency.
In brief
Voivod cancels entire U.S. tour due to family health emergency. Voivod canceled their American tour dates after announcing a family health emergency affecting multiple members. Originally reported by Loudwire.
Voivod Cancel U.S. Tour
Canadian progressive thrash metal band Voivod canceled their entire American Tour 2026 Part 2 due to a family health emergency.
“Voivod Cancel Entire U.S. Tour Due to ‘Family Health Emergency’”
Tour Dates Cancelled
The tour was scheduled for October 8 to October 18, 2026, with support from metal-punk band Bat.
“Oct. 8, Oct. 18”
Family Health Emergency
Voivod shared a statement on social media canceling the tour due to a family health emergency, stating they cannot commit to new dates.
“Dear Fans, It is with heavy hearts that we must cancel the US tour dates with BAT due to family health emergency in the Voivod clan.”
Cancer Cases
Multiple Voivod family members are battling cancer: drummer Michel 'Away' Langevin's sister Carol Langevin has pancreatic cancer at age 60.
“Carol Langevin, sister of drummer michel 'away' langevin, is fighting pancreatic cancer at 60”
Additional Cancer Cases
Former frontman Eric 'E-Force' Forrest is battling prostate cancer, and vocalist Denis 'Snake' Bélanger's partner Christine is facing colorectal cancer.
“E-Force, who fronted the band in the 90s, has been fighting prostate cancer”
Upcoming Shows
Voivod has two scheduled shows: one at Théâtre du Palais Municipal in Quebec in January 2027 and another at Maryland Deathfest in May 2027.
“Théâtre du Palais Municipal in Quebec in January of 2027”
The key point
Voivod canceled their American tour dates after announcing a family health emergency affecting multiple members.
