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Raul Malo Halts Mavericks’ 2025 Tour After Leptomeningeal Disease Diagnosis

Radiation starts immediately with chemotherapy under consideration, with two December Ryman shows still penciled in.

Overview

  • Malo said his cancer has progressed to leptomeningeal disease, which involves cancer cells in the membranes around the brain and spinal cord.
  • He announced he will begin radiation right away, with probable chemotherapy and exploration of alternative therapies.
  • All remaining 2025 concerts are canceled, including dates on Dwight Yoakam’s Cosmic Roundup & Rodeo tour.
  • Fans were asked to hold tickets for planned December performances at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium as the band prepares a special event.
  • The Mavericks will pause touring but continue non-touring projects such as live releases and merchandise, and Malo thanked supporters, saying he feels fully backed.