Key Points

Usher has canceled his long-awaited Australian tour dates, leaving fans disappointed. The R&B star was set to perform in Melbourne and Sydney for the first time in 14 years. Live Nation confirmed refunds will be processed automatically within 30 days. The tour was meant to celebrate Usher’s 30-year career, featuring hits like "Yeah!" and new tracks.

Key Points: Usher Cancels Past Present Future Tour Dates in Australia

  • Usher cancels 12 shows in Melbourne and Sydney
  • First Australian tour in 14 years scrapped
  • Refunds processed automatically within 30 days
  • Tour was set to celebrate his 30-year career
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Usher cancels his Australian arena tour, disappointing fans after 14 years. Refunds issued automatically—details inside.

"The promoter of USHER's Australian Tour regrets to advise that the scheduled shows will no longer be proceeding. - Live Nation"

Washington DC, July 6

Singer-songwriter Usher has cancelled the Australian leg of his Past Present Future global tour, reported People.

In a statement issued via Ticketek, Live Nation confirmed, "The promoter of USHER's Australian Tour regrets to advise that the scheduled shows to take place in November/ December, will no longer be proceeding."

Live Nation shared details on the refund process for Australian concertgoers, "All tickets purchased (including refundable ticket purchases, if relevant) will be automatically refunded in full to the original payment method used. Customers do not need to take any action. Customers should allow approximately 30 business days for the refund to appear in their account."

The R&B superstar was set to play 12 shows across Melbourne and Sydney in November and December. This would have marked his first Australian tour in nearly 14 years, Billboard reports.

He first announced the Australian leg of the Past Present Future tour on May 7, telling fans he was "bringing the A to the AUS" on Instagram, reported People.

The singer wrote at the time, "Australia, my Past Present Future tour is coming your way! Tickets for Sydney and Melbourne dates go on sale Friday 16 May, but you can get yours early in the fan presale starting Monday 12 May. Sign up to get the presale code at usherworld.com."

The tour, which has already seen Usher perform in the U.S. and Europe, was set to kick off Nov. 19 at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena before moving to Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena on December 1.

A description for the show reads that Usher "will take the stage in celebration of his 30-year career, performing iconic hits like 'Yeah!' and 'U Got It Bad,' alongside tracks from his latest album COMING HOME, released earlier this year via mega/gamma," reported People.

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Rohit P
Must be health reasons or something serious. Artists don't cancel tours lightly. Wishing him well 🙏
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Aman W
At least the refund process is smooth. Many Indian events make you run pillar to post for refunds. Good on them for handling it professionally.
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Sarah B
Maybe he should consider adding India to his tour! We have amazing venues in Mumbai and Delhi. Bollywood would love to collaborate with him too!
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Vikram M
His music defined the 2000s! "Yeah!" was our anthem in engineering college. Sad for Aussie fans, but maybe this means he'll focus on new music now?
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Kavya N
Respectfully, artists should honor commitments. Many fans would have made travel plans. A proper explanation would be appreciated instead of just a cancellation notice.
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Michael C
Saw him in London last month - absolutely mind-blowing performance! Australian fans are missing out big time. Hope they get a rescheduled date soon.

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