Legendary UK punk band abruptly axes California shows just hours before concert — citing mystery illness

The Damned have cancelled the remaining California dates on their North American tour after repeated illnesses left some members too unwell to perform. The decision affects shows in San Diego, Huntington Beach and Los Angeles, while the San Francisco concert has been postponed.

The San Francisco show, originally scheduled for 11 November, is now due to take place on 11 April. The band did not name the affected members or identify the viruses; they said their health had to come first. The dates were part of a tour marking 50 years since the group formed, and The Damned are also scheduled to play Coachella in April 2027.