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Drowning Pool Cancel South American Tour on Eve of First Show

Promoters say low ticket sales forced the decision.

Overview

  • The tour, which was due to start Wednesday, May 20, was cancelled one day before the first show in Bogota after local promoters issued a formal statement.
  • Promoters said the cancellation was a joint decision across all cities because of low ticket sales and told buyers to request refunds from their local ticketing company.
  • Guitarist C.J. Pierce told a podcast the run was “put on hold” because logistical plans and deadlines were not completed in time, creating a conflicting account with promoters.
  • Frontman Ryan McCombs said the band still wants to play South America and the group plans to honour other commitments including a Download Festival appearance and a 25th‑anniversary reissue of Sinner.
  • The last‑minute pullout adds to a recent string of high‑profile tour cancellations and highlights how international visa, freight and scheduling rules and weak local demand can quickly upend planned shows and leave fans handling refunds.