American singer-songwriter Don McLean has postponed his Australian tour and Bluesfest performance until 2017.
The postponement comes after McLean wasarrested on a misdemeanour domestic violence charge in January this year.
“Don McLean graciously accepts the willingness of the promoter to postpone the current tour to exactly the same time in 2017 in order to allow Don McLean and his family time to work at reuniting,” read a statement from McLean’s representatives. “This is an unprecedented moment in the family history. Don McLean thanks all his fans for their patience and love and he looks forward to seeing them next year.”
Refunds will be be given automatically to all Sydney ticket holders for McLean’s performance at the State Theatre, whileBluesfest ticket holders who wish to change their Friday single day ticket are able to do so from today until Friday March 11.
Don McLean rose to fame 1971 after releasing‘American Pie’, which became an international hit.
Bluesfest 2016will continue to take place from Thursday March 24 until Monday March 28, just north of Byron Bay.
