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Lewis Capaldi cancels Leeds Festival appearance and confirms indefinite break from touring

The Hoot The Hoot - 27th June 2023

Lewis Capaldi breaks Glastonbury silence and confirms indefinite break from touring.

The 26-year-old Scottish singer said it's clear he needs to spend "much more time getting my mental and physical health in order."

Lewis Capaldi has spoken out for the first time since his Glastonbury set, and has issued a heartfelt statement, reports The Manc.

The Scottish singer-songwriter has also confirmed a break from touring "for the foreseeable future".

The 26-year-old took to the world famous Pyramid Stage at the UK's biggest music festival this past weekend in a primetime Saturday slot, and entertained the masses with all the hits from his two chart-topping albums - but began to struggle with his vocals, anxiety, and Tourette's syndrome as the set went on.

He had a noticeable cough and was visibly affected by tics throughout the latter end of his set, and by the time the final song came around, he could barely perform or get his words out.

In what is sure to go on and be one of the most heartwarming moments in Glastonbury history, the crowds took over from Lewis when couldn't sing and filled in the gaps by belting out his smash-hit song, 'Someone You Loved', word for word.

The performance has already gone viral on social media, and been watched by millions worldwide.

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Glastonbury was the first time the charismatic singer had performed live in three weeks, after choosing to cancel a handful of his shows due to the last few months being "full on both mentally and physically" and admitting that he was "struggling to get to grips with it all".

After apologising several times, and closing out his set by thanking the festival's organisers for having him, Lewis hinted that he may have to take some more time off.

And now, the singer has broken his silence and spoken out for the first time since Glastonbury with a heartfelt statement confirming an indefinite break from touring and cancelling all live shows "for the foreseeable future".

Taking to social media to confirm the indefinite tour break this morning, Lewis said all the support and messages he'd received following his Glastonbury performance "means the world" to him.

Lewis Capaldi with a guitar.
Lewis Capaldi at Glastonbury 2023 / Credit: BBC

But he went on to add: "The fact that this probably won't come as a surprise probably doesn't make it any easier to write, but I'm very sorry to let you know I'm going to be taking a break from touring for the foreseeable future.

"I used to be able to enjoy every second of shows like this and I'd hoped three weeks away would sort me out.

"But the truth is I'm still learning to adjust to the impact of my Tourette's and on Saturday it became obvious that I need to spend much more time getting my mental and physical health in order, so I can keep doing everything I love for a long time to come."

The singer went on to say he knows that he's "incredibly fortunate" to be able to take time out "when others can't".

He thanked his "amazing" family, friends, team, medical professionals", as well as his fans who have supported him "every step of the way".

"Playing for you every night is all I've ever dreamed of," Lewis continued, "so this has been the most difficult decision of my life.

"I'll be back as soon as I possibly can. All my love, always, Lewis."

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The cancelled tour dates includes includes headline slots at Reading and Leeds Festival over the August bank holiday weekend, as well as a massive outdoor show at Manchester's Wythenshawe Park that was scheduled to take place on Saturday 25 August.

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Inside the Leeds factory that makes and supplies classic jukeboxes

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This Leeds-based family-owned business is famed for supplying pubs, clubs and even ordinary people's homes with classic jukeboxes.

Started up in 1978, Sound Leisure really is a local business like no other, creating and distributing classic jukeboxes to over 40 countries.

This music-machine-making company notes that 75% of the jukeboxes they manufacture and sell throughout the year are bought for everyday homes.

The remaining 25% of orders are for the all-expected hospitality venues like bars, clubs and hotels, with the jukeboxes sometimes bought for company headquarters and retail outlets too.

Although there are other jukebox manufacturers, especially across the pond in the US, Sound Leisure is the only factory in the world that creates jukeboxes to play out across all formats: CD, vinyl and digital.

This jukebox business even runs the world's only 'Custom Shop', which is a design service that offers any music lovers the chance to personalise their pristine player.

So whether you're after a themed jukebox, customisable nameplate or even a bespoke design, this jukebox company's website states: "If you can dream it, we can build it".

One of Sound Leisure's prized products is the music machine inspired Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band-themed jukebox which any fan of The Beatles would dream of being its lucky owner.

And there really isn't anything they can't do, as alongside creating classic jukeboxes, the same team even make pinball machines, football tables, LED signs and more.

With CD and vinyl jukeboxes from £5,000 and digital jukeboxes quoted from upwards of £12,000, we're going to need a fair few rainy days to save up our money.

However, you can still marvel at these magnificent music machines without having to dip into your savings, with guided tours starting from just £15.

If you're up for learning a little bit more about music technology or simply after admiring these classic jukeboxes in all their glory, you can find out more about the factory and book your guided tour ticket HERE.

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An independent one-day festival run by local businesses is returning to Leeds this summer

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Bramley’s independent festival is back after a sell-out first year.

Three local businesses, no corporate sponsor, one big day.

That's the motto of Mill Fest - an indie festival returning to Swinnow Grange Mills in Bramley after a sell-out debut that brought more than 600 people through the gates.

Mill Fest began as a shared idea between three Bramley businesses who fancied putting on a proper day out for the area, and we're so glad they did.

Last August it turned Swinnow Grange Mills into a full day of live music, street food, flash tattoos, market stalls and cold pints in the sun. We can't think of a better way to spend the day to be honest.

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This year Mill Fest is back and taking place on Sunday 2 August, and the plan is simple - keep what made it work and build on it.

There will be a full day of live music, the return of the flash tattoo day, more independent traders, street food and local beer. This time the team is keen to bring in more businesses and faces from around the area, and the full lineup and programme will be announced over the coming weeks.

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Owen Wilson from Against the Grain Bar said: “We started this because we wanted to put something on for Bramley, run by the people who actually work here. Last year went better than any of us expected. The place was full, the sun came out, and it felt like the whole area showed up. We can’t wait to do it again.”

Danae Miller from Grays Salon said: "The aim for this year is the same day people loved, just a bit bigger. We’d love to get more local businesses and artists involved, and to see even more familiar faces down at the mill. If we get the weather, it’ll be another one to remember.”

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