Lord Buffalo, a band that proudly identifies as “psych-Americana” hailing from Austin, Texas, has unfortunately announced the cancellation of their much-anticipated European tour. This decision comes after their drummer, Yamal Said, was forcibly removed from their flight to Europe by United States Border Patrol agents and subsequently detained. The band expressed their deep disappointment over this situation, which has impacted their ability to perform internationally.

The band’s heartfelt announcement was shared via social media, and you can view the details of their statement below.

Heartfelt Announcement of Tour Cancellation by Lord Buffalo

“It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of our tour cancellation,” wrote Lord Buffalo. “Our drummer, Yamal Said, a Mexican citizen and a lawful permanent resident of the United States, recognized as a green card holder, was taken off our flight to Europe by Customs and Border Patrol at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport on Monday, May 12. We have not been able to reconnect with him since his removal, and we are actively collaborating with an immigration lawyer to gather more information and work towards securing his release.”

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“While we are heartbroken about this tour cancellation, our primary focus is on ensuring Yamal’s safety and securing his freedom,” they added. “We remain hopeful that this setback is temporary and that we can safely reschedule our tour in the future. During this time, we encourage everyone to support our touring partners, Orsak:Oslo, who will continue to perform in our absence. Please go out and see this incredible band over the next few weeks.”

Discover the Unique Sound of Lord Buffalo

Lord Buffalo is composed of the talented vocalist and singer-guitarist Daniel Pruitt, gifted guitarist Garrett Hellman, skilled violinist Patrick Patterson, and drummer Yamal Said. They made their debut in 2012 with their self-titled EP, followed by their first full-length album in 2017, also self-titled. Since then, they have released two additional albums, including 2020’s Tohu Wa Bohu and 2024's Holus Bolus, showcasing their evolution and rich musical style.

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The announcement of Lord Buffalo’s tour cancellation coincides with significant developments in immigration policy under President Donald Trump. In the initial 100 days of his second term, Trump implemented a series of executive orders, legal actions, raids, and detentions, all aimed at achieving a goal of one million deportations annually, which has resulted in heightened tensions regarding immigration enforcement.