Corey Taylor cancels North American tour in order to work on mental and physical health

Corey Taylor has cancelled his February and March tour.

The Slipknot legend was set to hit the road all across North America in celebration of his latest album CMF2, but has announced in a statement that he needs to work on getting himself both mentally and physically “healthy” again.

“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the cancellation of my upcoming North American tour,” he writes. “For the past several months my mental and physical health have been breaking down, and I reached a place that was unhealthy for my family and I. I know this decision will come as a shock to some and may be regarded as unpopular by others – but after taking a hard look at where I am and where I was going, I need to pull myself back and be home with my family for the time being. Those of you who bought tickets and VIP packages for this upcoming run will get a full refund.”

Corey continues: “I send my love to the fans, my band, my family & friends, and everyone who’s helped me get here thus far. I promise I’m doing everything I can to be as healthy as I can be. Until then, my apologies to everyone we would have seen on the tour – and hopefully we’ll see you again down the line.”

Everyone at K! sends our love to you, Corey.

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