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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Entertainment
Sophie Zeldin-O'Neill

Sam Fender cancels shows to look after his mental health

Sam Fender on Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury
Sam Fender performing on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage in June. Photograph: Ben Birchall/PA

Sam Fender has cancelled a number of forthcoming shows and announced he is “taking some time off the road” to look after his mental health, after admitting that he was “burnt out” from touring.

The 28-year-old singer-songwriter from Newcastle posted the announcement on Instagram, saying it would be “completely hypocritical” of him to advocate for discussion of the topic without looking after his own mental wellbeing.

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