Grammy-nominated English singer-songwriter Morrissey , who first rose to prominence as the frontman of rock band The Smiths, has canceled his upcoming September shows after receiving a “credible threat” on his life.
On Instagram, the artist announced the cancellation of tonight’s show, scheduled at the Premier Theater at the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut, and tomorrow’s event, originally planned to be held at the MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston, Mass.
“Due to recent events and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of both the artist and band, the upcoming shows this weekend at Foxwoods and MGM Music Hall have been cancelled. All tickets will be refunded automatically at your original point of purchase,” the official statement on social media read. “We appreciate your