Malevolence has officially announced their decision to withdraw from participating in the highly anticipated 2025 Summer Slaughter Tour. This tour, which has been a staple in the heavy music scene, was scheduled to commence in just over a week, but unfortunately, the band will not be joining the lineup this year. In their announcement, the group cited “unforeseen personal circumstances” as the primary reason for their exit from the tour, a move that they did not take lightly given their commitment to their fans and the music community.

The complete statement from the band regarding this matter is shared below for your reference.

To Our Fans in the US and Everyone Looking Forward to the Summer Slaughter Tour:

It is with heavy hearts that we announce we will no longer be joining Hatebreed and the rest of the incredible lineup this July.

Due to unforeseen personal circumstances, we’ve made the challenging decision to step back from this run.

This decision has never been taken lightly by us as a band, and we sincerely apologize to anyone who was looking forward to catching us on this tour. Your support means the world to us.

We hold nothing but love for everyone involved in the Summer Slaughter Tour and encourage you all to go out and support every band on that stage during this event.

We genuinely hope to return to the US and share our music with you all soon.

With love and respect,

MALEVOLENCE

Discover the Highlights of the 2025 Summer Slaughter Tour

Earlier this year, it was announced that Jamey Jasta, the frontman of Hatebreed, was brought on board by Summer Slaughter founder Ash Avildsen to help organize this year’s tour. This collaboration aims to elevate the experience for fans and bands alike.

Shortly thereafter, it was confirmed that Hatebreed would serve as the headliner for this year’s tour, surrounded by an impressive lineup that includes Bleeding Through, Fugitive, Gridiron, Escuela Grind, Snuffed on Sight, and Incite, all contributing their unique sounds to this unforgettable musical journey.

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The tour is set to kick off on July 8 in St. Petersburg, Florida, and will culminate in a thrilling finale on July 28 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. For all the latest tour dates and ticketing information, fans can visit the official Summer Slaughter website.