Musicians Julien Baker and Torres call off tour to prioritize personal well-being.
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Julien Baker, the Grammy-winning artist, shines a light on self-care, axing her U.S. tour with TORRES. The decision came amid Baker's commitment to prioritize her health, displaying courage in stepping back when needed.
Breaking the news via Instagram on May 4th, Baker shared a heartfelt message emphasizing personal well-being over scheduled engagements. The statement read,
"Due to recent health issues, Julien Baker is taking a moment to focus on her well-being. This decision wasn't taken lightly, and we appreciate your understanding as we navigate this. Refunds and ticketing information will be handled by the original points of purchase. Thank you for your continued support and compassion."
With her tour kicked off on April 23rd, the tour, planned through mid-September, included a mix of solo shows and festival stops. The last performance with TORRES had taken place on May 1st at New Orleans, with the next show set for San Antonio.
Just days prior, Baker updated fans with a cheerful post, sharing her excitement for the tour. However, life sometimes calls for a break, even for dedicated artists like Baker.
Beyond her tour with TORRES, Baker is also one-third of the critically acclaimed indie supergroup Boygenius, alongside Lucy Dacus and Phoebe Bridgers. The trio enjoyed a successful 2024, collecting three Grammy wins, with Not Strong Enough taking Best Rock Performance, Best Rock Song, and Best Alternative Music Album.
As a solo artist, Baker, 29, has carved a powerful niche in indie music, known for her deeply personal songs that delve into faith, identity, and growing up queer in the American South.
Unfortunately, a key band member sustained a concussion in March, forcing the cancelation of three shows [1][2][3]. Following this incident, Baker opted to prioritize her health, leading to the cancellation of 11 additional shows through May 18th. Notable events, such as Salt Lake City’s Kilby Block Party and Morrison, Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre, were on the axed list.
Looking ahead, Julien Baker and TORRES plan to return to performing this summer at various festivals between June 20th and September 27th [2].
In summary:
- Reason for cancellation: Focus on health after a band member’s concussion and Baker’s need to prioritize well-being.
- Impact: Canceled performances, fan disappointment, but understanding expressed [2].
- Future plans: Resuming live performances this summer at multiple festivals [1][2][3].
- Mental and physical health are important for everyone, including Grammy-winning artist Julien Baker, who recently cancelled her US tour with TORRES due to health issues.
- The world of health-and-wellness is intertwined with the music industry, as Baker's decision to prioritize her health over scheduled engagements serves as an example for artists and fans alike.
- The commitment to mental health is universal, and Baker, along with other artists like Lucy Dacus and Phoebe Bridgers in the indie supergroup Boygenius, has proven that prioritizing one's well-being can lead to continued success in the entertainment world.
