A sudden change in plans has left a lot of fans frustrated and disappointed—but also raised an important question: when does safety outweigh the excitement of a live show?
DYING WISH, who are currently headlining a U.S. tour with support from Static Dress, Gouge Away, Orthodox, and Boltcutter, have been forced to pull the plug on their scheduled performance in St. Louis, Missouri tonight (November 30th) due to dangerous weather and hazardous travel conditions. Coming right on the heels of their November 29th show in Chicago, Illinois, this unexpected cancellation is a major letdown for St. Louis fans who were gearing up for an intense night of live music.
But here’s where it gets controversial: some fans feel that “the show must go on” no matter what, while others argue that no concert is worth risking lives on icy roads or in severe storms. In this case, the band’s team determined that the journey from Chicago to St. Louis posed too many safety concerns, so the difficult decision was made to call off the gig rather than push ahead and potentially put the band, crew, and fans in danger.
If you were planning to catch them later on the run, the tour is still moving forward, with several dates remaining on the schedule. Here are the shows that are still set to happen:
- 12/03 – Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall
- 12/05 – Mesa, AZ @ The Nile Theater
- 12/09 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent Theater
- 12/10 – Berkeley, CA @ 924 Gilman
- 12/12 – Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater (billed as “Dying Wishmas,” likely a special, end-of-tour celebration show)
In their public statement to fans, Dying Wish explained that growing concerns about the safety of traveling from Chicago to St. Louis led them to make the tough call to cancel. They emphasized that all tickets for the St. Louis date will be refunded, reassuring fans that they will not be left out of pocket. The band also expressed their hope to make it up to the St. Louis crowd in the future, hinting at the possibility of a return visit or a rescheduled show when conditions are safer.
And this is the part most people miss: decisions like this are often made under intense time pressure, balancing financial loss, fan expectations, crew schedules, and—most importantly—human safety. It is not just about one night; it’s about ensuring the tour can continue and that everyone makes it to the next city in one piece.
Here’s a question that might spark debate: do you think bands should always prioritize safety, even if it means last-minute cancellations and disappointed fans, or should they push through whenever possible and let attendees decide whether to risk the conditions? Do you support Dying Wish’s decision here, or do you feel they should have tried harder to make the St. Louis show happen? Share your thoughts—agree or disagree—and explain why in the comments.
