Morrissey scraps another concert after being kept awake by ‘festival noise’

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12 Mar 2026 • 11:29 PM MYT
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  • Morrissey cancelled his scheduled concert in Valencia, Spain, citing extreme sleep deprivation.
  • The singer claimed he was unable to rest due to "festival noise, loud techno singing and megaphone announcements" in the city.
  • His arrival coincided with Las Fallas, a week-long traditional festival known for its celebratory atmosphere.
  • The cancellation adds to Morrissey's history of calling off or postponing numerous shows, with the Valencia gig reportedly being his sixth cancellation in 2026.
  • His latest tour follows the release of his new album, Make-Up is a Lie.

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