Queens of the Stone Age Cancel 2024 Shows as Josh Homme Prioritizes Health

Queens of the Stone Age have made the difficult decision to cancel all remaining 2024 tour dates as frontman Josh Homme continues to focus on his health.

In a statement posted to X (formerly Twitter), the band wrote: “QOTSA regret to announce the cancellation and/or postponement of all remaining 2024 shows. Josh has been given no choice but to prioritize his health and to receive essential medical care through the remainder of the year.”

The announcement comes just weeks after the band had to cancel several European dates to allow Homme to undergo emergency surgery.

Homme, who has been open about his health struggles in the past, revealed last year that he had undergone surgery for cancer after being diagnosed in 2022. The nature of his recent surgery has not been disclosed, but it has become clear that his recovery will require additional time and care.

The cancelled performances include several U.S. shows scheduled from September through November, with standalone shows in Boston, Cincinnati, Chicago, and Madison postponed. Additionally, festival appearances in Memphis, Bridgeport, and Mexico City have been called off.

In July, the band explained the urgency of Homme’s situation, stating that he had to “return to the United States immediately for emergency surgery.” Despite their best efforts to continue the tour, Homme’s condition ultimately made it impossible to go on.

“Homme must return to the United States immediately for emergency surgery,” they said at the time. “Every effort was made to push through and play for you, but it is no longer an option to continue.”

Queens of the Stone Age had been touring in support of their eighth studio album, In Times New Roman…, which was released in July. The record marked the band’s first release in six years, following extensive tours across North America, Australia, and Asia earlier in the year.

The band has not yet announced any plans to reschedule the cancelled dates but has expressed gratitude for the understanding and support from their fans during this challenging time.