Overview
- Johnston disclosed long-standing mental health problems that led to addiction issues and said he has begun receiving professional help.
- He expressed regret to bandmates Simon Neil and Ben Johnston and thanked them for their patience and support.
- The 2026 run includes a UK and Ireland arena tour beginning on 9 January in Belfast and a 40,000-capacity headline at London’s Finsbury Park in July.
- Further commitments include festival appearances and April dates in Australia and New Zealand, with MacLeod covering bass duties.
- Fans responded with widespread messages of support following the announcement on the band’s social channels.