Sleep Cancel NZ & Australian Shows Because of Promotor’s Alleged Sexual Misconduct

American doom metal trio Sleep have announced that they have cancelled their planned shows in New Zealand and Australia citing allegations of sexual misconduct  by Dave Cutbush of Australian touring company Life Is Noise. 

The band posted this message on their Facebook page:

“We have learned today of allegations of sexual harassment and verbal and physical abuse by Dave Cutbush of Life is Noise. We cannot and will not tolerate this behavior with anyone. We cannot tolerate or work with those who are complicit in this behavior either. In light of this, and with utmost respect to those affected, it is with great regret that we must cancel our planned tour of New Zealand and Australia this coming January. We hope to arrange another tour with a new promoter or touring company, to be determined at a future date.”

It is understood that Cutbush’s employment has since been terminated by Life Is Noise. Sleep’s two January shows in Wellington and Auckland had both sold out. Refunds will be forthcoming.

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