Bright Eyes Cancel Shows "On The Advice Of Doctors"

Conor Oberst has spoken out about the band's decision to cancel upcoming tour dates

The band was scheduled to play 12 dates in the US in October and November but have now been forced to cancel due to health reasons.

In a statement released on the band's website, Oberst said that the decision was made "on the advice of doctors" and that he was "very disappointed" to have to cancel the shows.

He added that the band would be working to reschedule the dates as soon as possible and that he hoped to see the fans soon.

The news comes as a blow to fans of the band, who were eagerly anticipating the upcoming tour.

Bright Eyes have been one of the most critically acclaimed bands of the past two decades, with their music being praised for its honesty and emotional depth.

The band's last album, "Down in the Weeds, Where the World Once Was," was released in 2020 and was met with widespread acclaim.

The band was scheduled to play 12 dates in the US in October and November, starting in Portland, Oregon on October 12 and ending in Los Angeles, California on November 18.

No details have been released about the health issues that have forced the band to cancel the tour.

However, Oberst has a history of mental health issues, and he has spoken openly about his struggles with depression and anxiety in the past.

In a 2019 interview with The New York Times, Oberst said that he had been taking medication for depression and anxiety for many years.

He also said that he had been seeing a therapist for many years, and that therapy had been "really helpful" for him.

It is unclear whether Oberst's health issues are related to his mental health.

However, it is clear that the band is taking the situation very seriously and that they are putting their health first.

Fans of the band will be hoping that Oberst's health improves soon and that the band will be able to reschedule the canceled tour dates as soon as possible.