Sum 41

Sum 41 Says Goodbye (But Not Before Throwing Up a Back Injury)

Canadian punk rock legends Sum 41 cancel their farewell concerts in Quebec due to a back injury! Here's what you need to know about their last tour and some fun facts about the band!

In a bittersweet twist for fans, the beloved Canadian punk rock band Sum 41 has announced the cancellation of their farewell concerts scheduled for August in Quebec. The group was set to electrify audiences at various venues, including the Grandes Fêtes Telus in Rimouski and the Agora du port in La Baie. Unfortunately, the band’s lead guitarist has suffered a back injury that led to these heart-wrenching changes for their summer tour. While die-hard fans were prepared to rock out one last time, it looks like they’ll have to wait a little longer to salute their favorite punk rockers.

This cancellation comes only days before they were set to take the stage at music festivals in New Glasgow and Saint John, raising concerns among other festival-goers who also count on the band’s electrifying performances. Sum 41’s farewell tour initially promised a nostalgic trip down memory lane filled with hits like “Fat Lip” and “In Too Deep.” However, the road to nostalgia has hit a bump, proving that even rock stars aren't invincible! Rest assured though, the band intends to heal and regroup to eventually finish their tour, though fans will need to be patient.

Interestingly, Sum 41 has had their fair share of ups and downs over the years. From their beginnings in the late '90s—where they began by mixing pop-punk and heavy metal influences—to storming the charts with multiple hits, they’ve seen a tremendous evolution. As part of their legacy in punk rock, Sum 41 might be known for their music, but let’s not forget their humor! They have shown their goofy side over the years; just look at their iconic music video for “Still Waiting” that pokes fun at social chaos. It’s a reminder that while they create serious anthems, the band still knows how to have a laugh.

Fun fact: Did you know that when they first formed, the band nearly called themselves "S.O.S.,” which stood for "Save Our Souls"? The decision to go with Sum 41 instead derives from a random realization they had while talking about how they got together during the 41st day of their summer vacation. This quirky connection is just one of the many things that make the band unique. As they roll out their final concerts, here’s hoping fans get a chance to enjoy them after all, with some back-up in their setlists of course!