The pop-punk band Knuckle Puck have decided to cancel their upcoming tour of Mainland Europe and the United Kingdom due to mental health. Lead vocalist Joe Taylor, along with the rest of the band have shared they feel the need to focus on mental well-being and “begin seeking professional help” to work through these feelings.

This news came after the American band released a statement on Monday from all of their forms of social media, addressed by “Joe Taylor and Knuckle Puck”. Joe is the lead vocalist of the band, which also consists of lead guitarist Kevin Maida, drummer John Siorek, rhythm guitarist Nick Casasanto and bassist Ryan Rumchaks.

This important announcement touches on the recent allegations that seem to be surfacing more within the pop-punk and rock community at the moment. As the statement reads “The past few weeks have been incredibly challenging for many in our community, including myself.” It also goes on to say “We are going through an incredibly trying time in our music community. It is more apparent now than ever that the space any band occupies, including my own, should be a safe space for anyone and everyone.”

The statement also includes how this recent news has resurfaced childhood memories for Taylor, and he needs professional help at home to help with what he has experienced and to be the best person he can. They are asking for fans’ understanding of the situation, and appreciate all the support.

You can read the full statement below:

we will be cancelling our upcoming tour of europe and the united kingdom to focus on mental health. a statement from joe can be read below. we’re sorry for the news and hope you understand. we’ll be back before you know it. thank you pic.twitter.com/YYJydVBI0b

— Knuckle Puck (@KnucklePuckIL) November 20, 2017

Knuckle Puck were due to begin the tour on November 26^th of this year in Hasselt, Belgium, along with fellow rock bands Tiny Moving Parts and Movements. Another supporting act, Maryland’s Have Mercy, dropped off the tour last week, citing similar mental health circumstances.

Previously, similar pop-punk bands have had sexual assault and misconduct allegations made against them resulting to online protests and even being kicked off shows. Back in December of 2014, Jake McElfresh – otherwise known as Front Porch Step – came under a slew of allegations of sexual assault against girls as young as 13 years-old. The very popular Neck Deep who once shared a tour with Knuckle Puck also faced allegations made against the whole band but mainly member Lloyd Roberts, who was then forced to leave. Recently we have seen emo-rock Brand New as well as Nothing But Thieves also face allegations.

Knuckle Puck have just released their second studio album Shapeshifter which you can listen to below: