The 1975 Will Take Hiatus From Live Shows After This Tour, Says Matthew Healy

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Matthew Healy, the frontman of The 1975, dropped a bombshell at the band’s North American tour kick-off in Sacramento, California. As the crowd gathered in anticipation, Healy announced that the band would be taking an indefinite break from live performances once their current tour comes to a close. In his own words, “After this tour, we will be going on an indefinite hiatus of shows.” The news hit fans hard, but let’s dive deeper into what this hiatus might mean for the band and their passionate following.

The 1975 has been on a relentless tour schedule, with little time to catch their breath, thanks to the success of their last albums, “Being Funny in a Foreign Language: The 1975 at Their Very Best” and “Still… at Their Very Best.” However, this frenetic pace hasn’t come without its fair share of controversies. Healy found himself in hot water when he performed what appeared to be a Nazi salute during the song “Love It If We Made It,” which references Donald Trump’s praise of Kanye West. It was a provocative move that sparked debate and outrage.

But controversies didn’t stop there. Healy’s appearance on the Adam Friedland Show podcast raised eyebrows when he made questionable remarks about racially degrading content and laughed along with racially insensitive comments about Ice Spice. He later offered a partial apology, acknowledging the uproar caused by his actions. Interestingly, this tumultuous period also coincided with reports of his romantic involvement with none other than Taylor Swift. A whirlwind of events indeed.

In another bold move, Healy defied Malaysia’s homophobic laws by sharing an on-stage kiss with bassist Ross MacDonald during the Good Vibes Festival. This act of defiance led the government to cancel the entire event, and organizers demanded Healy pay approximately $2.6 million in compensation. It’s safe to say that The 1975 has been a lightning rod for controversy lately.

Now, let’s clarify what this hiatus means. Healy’s statement seems to indicate that the break is primarily focused on live shows. The band has a history of taking breaks between album cycles, often referred to as hiatuses. This suggests that they might still be active in the studio, working on new material or perhaps even gearing up for a new phase in their musical journey.

As fans anxiously await more details, one thing is for sure: The 1975 has left an indelible mark on the music scene, and whether they’re on stage or behind closed studio doors, their influence is bound to continue. So, stay tuned for updates, and in the meantime, reminisce about the incredible music they’ve given us.

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• The 1975 Announces Hiatus from Live Shows
• Controversies Surrounding The 1975
• Matthew Healy’s On-Stage Nazi Salute
• The 1975’s Podcast Controversy
• Malaysia Festival Cancelation After The 1975’s Kiss
• The 1975’s History of Hiatuses