It looks as if Ukrainian metal band JINJER have given up their support slot on this spring’s ‘Knotfest Roadshow‘ tour with SLIPKNOT and IN THIS MOMENT.
A newly published story over at BBC suggests the metalcore act, who hail Donetsk, Ukraine, have cancelled their touring plans in order to focus on relief efforts in their home country.
On Wednesday (March 2), The Factory venue in Chesterfield, Missouri, where JINJER was set to perform on March 13, released the following statement: “It is with great sadness that JINJER have been forced to cancel their upcoming US tour dates. As the band and their families reside in Kyiv, their focus is on the safety of their families and their country. We all hope for a quick and peaceful resolution.
“All refunds will be processed automatically within 30 days of cancelation.
“In light of these events and to do our part in supporting the overwhelming humanitarian effort that is underway in Ukraine, #TheFactorySTL is making a donation of $5,000 to the United Hatzalah.
“Our gift towards United Hatzalah’s Ukraine emergency response will ensure that those trapped in the war zone and refugees fleeing the Ukraine will be treated by a team of professional, caring volunteers who are well-stocked with emergency medical equipment and prepared for any eventuality.”
The BBC piece spoke with numerous Ukrainian musicians who discussed how the ongoing Russian military invasion of Ukraine has affected them, their loved ones and the people of Ukraine.
The article features the line: ‘Rock band Jinjer were due to tour the US in March, but have now put all music on hold.’
The band’s bassist Eugene Abdukhanov was interviewed for the article and is described as having ‘abandoned his day job.’ Instead, he is focusing on establishing a charity to help assist the military and civilians impacted by the current conflict. It mentions he also intends to help run a shelter that will provide basic necessities for those displaced by the war.
This past weekend Abdukhanov posted the below message from the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv, calling for support for his country while condemning Russia’s military actions.