Having planned to go on tour in October 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic has forced Kentucky rock band Black Stone Cherry to postpone their UK shows until September 2021.

Despite this unfortunate turn of events, fans can look forward to the rescheduled dates, which were revealed yesterday. The band took to social media to announce, “We’ve been closely monitoring this unprecedented situation and it has become clear that it’s just not possible to go ahead with the shows as planned. We have looked at many options, but ultimately the health of our fans, crew, and family is paramount.”

While many other bands have cancelled their summer performances in the last few months, it was hoped that live music would be safe to take place once again by the autumn. Sadly, this is not the case, and the Black Stone Cherry tour was ultimately postponed, though ticket-holders can retain their tickets and attend the same venue as originally planned. If required, fans can receive a refund at the point of purchase.

The statement ended on an uplifting note: “We cannot wait to come see you all with a new album under our belt and oh how much sweeter this tour will be! In the meantime, stay safe and look after each other.”

The Black Stone Cherry Tour due to take place in October 2020 has been rescheduled to September 2021. We’re pleased to have been able to reschedule the tour in the same venues, so do hang on to your ticket – it will be valid for the new date. pic.twitter.com/bjAAgl3N3y

— Black Stone Cherry (@BlkStoneCherry) July 13, 2020

The band’s previous album was released in 2018, so followers are eagerly awaiting the next. Already the single ‘Love Become Law’ came out last week on 9th July, giving the first taste of what’s to come. Gaining 83,000 streams, the song was created and performed in collaboration with Canadian rock band Monster Truck and released via Mascot Records. Together, both bands have formed a new project under the name The Cherry Truck Band.

We’re beyond stoked to announce The Cherry Truck Band’s song “Love Become Law” is out now. Teaming up with @Monster_Truck_ for this single has been a blast. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did creating it for you!

Listen now: https://t.co/wY9sU9dR7n pic.twitter.com/EGqZMm3PDj

— Black Stone Cherry (@BlkStoneCherry) July 9, 2020

Black Stone Cherry have so far released six studio albums, maintaining a strong foundation with members Chris Robertson (lead vocals, guitar), Ben Wells (guitar), Jon Lawhon (bass), and John Fred Young (drums).

Check out their full rescheduled UK tour dates below, with special guests, Kris Barras Band.

09/09/2021 – O2 Academy – Bristol
10/09 – O2 Academy – Birmingham
11/09 – Engine Shed – Lincoln
13/09 – Rock City – Nottingham
14/09 – O2 Academy – Leeds
16/09 – O2 Apollo – Manchester
17/09 – Barrowland – Glasgow
18/09 – Usher Hall – Edinburgh
20/09 – O2 Academy – Newcastle
21/09 – O2 Academy –  Liverpool
23/09 – Leas Cliff Hall –  Folkestone
24/09 – St Davids Hall –  Cardiff
25/09 – Great Hall – Exeter
27/09 – O2 Guildhall – Southampton
28/09 – Corn Exchange – Cambridge
29/09 – Royal Albert Hall – London