Why did Alice In Chains cancel their Mohegan Sun show? Reason explained

Alice In Chains was supposed to be live at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut on Thursday, May 8, and fans were super pumped about it. They had their tickets, and some even showed up early. Fans even traveled from other cities just to be there.

But just about an hour before the concert, everything changed. The band posted online that the show was canceled. Everyone was confused and upset. What happened?

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Sean Kinney from Alice In Chains had a health scare

The band said their drummer, Sean Kinney, had a medical emergency after the soundcheck. Thankfully, it is not life-threatening. But it was serious enough that he couldn’t play. So, they had no choice but to cancel the concert.

They shared a message with fans around 6:45 pm when the show was supposed to start at 8:00 pm. So the news came very late. Some fans were already inside the arena when they found out.

Here is what the band said:

They didn’t say exactly what happened, but fans were really worried about Sean. Everyone hopes he feels better soon.

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Fans were shocked and sad when Alice In Chains canceled the show

Fans were really looking forward to this concert, and for many, this was the first time seeing the band live. Some had been waiting for months. Some took time off from work. Others drove for hours just to be there. So when the show was suddenly canceled, people were sad, confused, and upset. Even though they were disappointed, most fans said the same thing: Sean’s health comes first.

Some fans even said they were already inside the venue when staff told them to leave.

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What happens to the Alice In Chains tour now?

This Alice In Chains concert at Mohegan Sun was supposed to be the start of the band’s 2024 tour. Now, people are wondering if the other shows still happen or not.

Here are the upcoming dates:

• May 10 – Camden, New Jersey
• May 11 – Columbus, Ohio (Sonic Temple Festival)
• May 13 – Nashville, Tennessee
• May 15 – Dothan, Alabama
• May 16 – Daytona Beach, Florida
• May 17 – Ocean City, Maryland

The band also has a huge show in the UK in July, which is the final Black Sabbath show in Birmingham, and Alice In Chains is part of that. As of now, none of those shows have been canceled. But fans are waiting to hear more. If Sean needs time to rest, it is possible that more dates will be moved or canceled.

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Why do fans care so much?

Alice In Chains is one of the most loved rock bands ever, and they have been around since the late ’80s. Sean Kinney is one of the oldest members and has been a major part of the band from the beginning. Fans love him, not just for his drumming, but because he is such a big part of the band’s sound and energy.

That is why this sudden health scare was so shocking. It’s not just about missing a show. Fans really care about Sean and want him to be okay. Also, the band hasn’t released a new album since Rainier Fog in 2018. So live shows are a big deal for fans. It’s their way to connect with the music and the band.

The band said refunds would be available on the platforms where you bought your ticket. So if you got them online, check your email or the ticket site. Also, keep checking Alice In Chains’ official social media pages or the Mohegan Sun website for updates. That is where they will share any news about future shows.