NEW ORDER LINEUP SHAKEUP: Two Founding Members Out of Chile Tour
Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert are sitting out the legendary post-punk band's Primavera performance in November due to personal health reasons.
New Order just dropped a curveball for fans expecting a full reunion! Founding members Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert won't be hitting the stage at Primavera in Chile this November, according to an Instagram announcement from the band. "Due to personal health reasons," the group said, "circumstances make it impossible" for the duo to make the trip. That means frontman Bernard Sumner will be flying the New Order flag solo as the only original member on the bill.
The news comes as a bummer for fans who've been buzzing about the seminal post-punk legends touring again. New Order rose to fame in the early '80s and has been a touchstone for alternative and electronic music ever since. No word yet on whether Morris and Gilbert will rejoin the band for future dates, or if there are any lineup adjustments planned for the Chile show itself.
New Order hasn't given specifics about the health issues, keeping things private—which feels pretty respectful, honestly. The band's been around for decades and has earned the goodwill of loyal fans who'll surely understand that health comes first. Here's hoping Stephen and Gillian bounce back soon!
Sources · Variety