By JOHN DALY
Rage Against The Machine has moved its reunion tour to summer of 2021 dates for the safety of the fans, the band said.
The highly anticipated first gathering of one of the most rebellious bands in Rock N Roll was to kick off at Coachella last month. But with a few exceptions, large live shows are being pushed to next year. Coachella is tentatively set for October dates and Rage Against The Machine has not indicated its withdrawal from the rescheduled California festival.
In a social media message and on the RATM.com website, Rage Against the Machine indicated that tour tickets already purchased would be honored. The band is postponing the major cross-country trek — which starts with an El Paso, Texas, show on June 3, 2021 — in order to keep fans safe.
“Rage Against The Machine will commence our tour at such a time when we are confident it will be safe for our fans,” the band posted. “The rerouted dates (health and safety permitting) are at RATM.com and your tickets will be honored for the postponed shows.
“During this difficult time we also respect the fans who want their ticket money back,” the band said. “We’ve requested and confirmed that, as of this weekend, anyone who wants a refund can begin the process at your point of purchase.
“We sincerely hope that each of you and your families and friends stay safe and well and that music is bringing you solace and inspiration. We look forward to seeing you.”
After El Paso, Texas on June 3, 2021, the tour moves through Oakland, California (June 11 and June 12), Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Winnipeg (June 19-June 25), Chicago (July 12 and July 13), Ottawa, Hamilton and Toronto, Ontario (July 16-July 23) five nights in New York City’s Madison Square Garden (August 6-August 12) and wraps in Cleveland on August 20.
For more information go to the RATM.com website.