From Rolling Stone · Charisma Madarang · · 1m 10s
New Found Glory Honor Chad Gilbert With EPCOT Shows
New Found Glory to play EPCOT shows in memory of lead guitarist Chad Gilbert.
In brief
New Found Glory to play EPCOT shows in memory of lead guitarist Chad Gilbert. New Found Glory canceled Aftershock Festival performance after bandmate Chad Gilbert died from brain cancer to honor him with EPCOT shows. Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
New Found Glory cancels Aftershock Festival
New Found Glory canceled their Aftershock Festival performance in Sacramento after bandmate Chad Gilbert died.
Chad Gilbert was a dedicated Disney fan
Chad Gilbert, a dedicated Disney fan, was a founding member and lead guitarist for New Found Glory.
Band announces EPCOT tribute shows
New Found Glory will play their first live shows at EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort to honor Chad Gilbert.
Band shares statement on social media
New Found Glory thanked fans for support after Chad Gilbert's death and explained they canceled Aftershock Festival to process grief.
Chad Gilbert's death details
Chad Gilbert died on Sept 20, 2026, six months after revealing he was battling brain cancer.
EPCOT shows include fan favorites
New Found Glory's EPCOT shows feature fan favorites like 'My Friends Over You' and 'Dressed to Kill'.
The bottom line
New Found Glory canceled Aftershock Festival performance after bandmate Chad Gilbert died from brain cancer to honor him with EPCOT shows.
