American rock band ZZ Top have cancelled a scheduled concert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles at the eleventh hour, citing “insurmountable obstacles” as the reason for the sudden withdrawal. The cancellation will disappoint fans who had bought tickets for the high-profile venue, one of the most recognisable outdoor amphitheatres in the United States, though no further explanation for the abrupt decision has been made public.

Details surrounding the exact cause of the cancellation remain scarce, with the band offering only the brief “insurmountable obstacles” justification rather than a fuller statement. It is not yet clear whether the show will be rescheduled or whether ticket holders will be offered refunds.