Elle King's Sydney Show Tonight Has Been Cancelled

US singer and Bluesfest 2016 act Elle King has called off her Sydney sideshow just hours before her she was set to hit the stage tonight at the Metro Theatre.

A statement from the 26-year-old songwriter advises that the show has been cancelled due to illness. 

See the full statement below. 

"Dearest Sydney friends, It breaks my heart to say that I am unable to sing tonight at my show. I travelled all the way to Sydney, but regardless of my efforts to rest, it seems my voice has left the building.

"I promise you I will play another show as soon as I can. Australia has been absolutely beautiful and kind to me on my first visit here. There is nothing I would rather do than play tonight and get rowdy with you all, but I am forced to do what's best for my health.

"I truly hope you can understand. From the bottom of my heart, I am sincerely sorry. Trust me, no one is as bummed as I am."

All ticket holders for King's performance tonight will automatically receive a refund from Ticketek. Any additional questions should be directed to point of purchase. 

King is expected to be fit for her performances at Bluesfest tomorrow and Saturday.