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DISTURBED takes a break: Draiman explains the reasons for the break!
DISTURBED's David Draiman announces extended break after European tour and comments on recent controversies.
DISTURBED takes a break: Draiman explains the reasons for the break!
The cult surrounding the band DISTURBED has caused a lot of excitement in the last few weeks. On Wednesday, singer David Draiman announced on X (formerly Twitter) that the band would be taking a longer break after the European tour. “We all need a nice long break,” he explained, leaving it unclear if and when the band will tour again. The last performances have been accompanied by considerable headwind, which was due to the band's recent controversial statements and experiences, which have given rise to a lot of discussion.
In June, Draiman posted a picture of himself writing “Fuck Hamas” on an artillery shell. This image, which could be interpreted as a call, caused massive criticism and protests against the band. “We at DISTURBED stand for unity,” Draiman tried to calm the situation during a concert on October 14th in Amsterdam, but even this statement could not calm the public outrage. On October 15, a concert in Vorst, Belgium had to be canceled for security reasons, further exacerbating the tense situation.
Protests and public reactions
There were also protests during the final show in Glasgow on October 28th, where many fans and critics met again. The performance received particular attention when Draiman commented on Instagram: “Hope your hatred of Jews kept you warm lol.” These words were met with much incomprehension and fueled further debate.
Actor John Cusack joined the critics on October 22, adding to the pressure on the band. The final leg of the tour was overshadowed by negative headlines and sometimes tumultuous events that put the band in a bad light. Now it remains to be seen what will happen next for DISTURBED and whether their return to the world's stages can be expected this year.
A longer break could give the band new inspiration, but how they emerge from this situation will be crucial to repairing their relationship with their fans and the general public.