The 1975 will likely be changing Lewis Capaldi at Studying & Leeds (August 26-27) this yr, in response to the band.
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Whereas acting at TRNSMT competition on Sunday (July 9), frontman Matty Healy revealed mid-performance that not solely will the band be taking on Lewis Capaldi’s slot on the festivals, however they may also be performing their 2013 self-titled debut album in its entirety to mark its tenth anniversary.
Healy stated onstage: “So, on Saturday at Studying and Sunday at Leeds in celebration of 10 years of our debut album, The 1975 will likely be taking part in that album in full in assist of our good buddy Lewis Capaldi. Should you’ve received tickets, good for you. Should you haven’t, go and get them. We’ll see you there.”
Watch the announcement under.
Matty says The 1975 will likely be overlaying Lewis Capaldi’s slot for @OfficialRandL to mark 10 years of Self Titled #The1975 #The1975ontour
— The 1975 Updates (@The1975_Tour) July 9, 2023
Tickets for Studying & Leeds 2023 can be found right here. Different headliners for this yr’s competition embody Foals, Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender and Think about Dragons. Different acts on the line-up embody Moist Leg, Slowthai, Bicep, Becky Hill, Steve Lacy, Central Cee, MUNA, The Snuts, Tion Wayne and extra. Take a look at the total line-up right here.
The 1975 notably headlined final yr’s iconic twin-site competition alongside Arctic Monkeys, Megan Thee Stallion, Dave, Carry Me The Horizon and Halsey.
The 1975’s alternative of Lewis Capaldi comes after the latter introduced that he could be taking a break from all reside performances – together with Studying & Leeds – in the meanwhile following his Glastonbury showcase to give attention to his psychological and bodily well being.
Throughout that Glastonbury efficiency, Capaldi struggled to proceed singing after his Tourettes ‘ticks’ started whereas he was onstage. In footage of the second, the artist could be seen making an attempt to persevere with the efficiency, and the group serving to him by singing alongside.
Organisers for Studying & Leeds then took to social media to announce that they had been engaged on discovering a alternative for the artist, following his withdrawal. “We’re gutted that Lewis Capaldi received’t be acting at R&L this yr, however well being comes first and we want him a speedy restoration,” the replace learn. “We’re working arduous to e book a alternative, keep tuned.”
