Triple J Announces That There 'Won’t Be A New Like A Version For The Foreseeable Future'

Triple J have today announced the much-loved Like A Version segment will be taking a break "for the foreseeable future". 

Announced via a statement today, the youth broadcaster has said that "Due to all the craziness that’s going on right now, your favourite Friday morning covers segment has taken a hit". 

This is the first time the segment hasn't aired in its 16 years. 

"This morning, fresh from scoring two songs into the Hottest 200 of the Decade, you heard a cover and an original from The Naked And Famous, recorded earlier this week. But originally it was going to be The Kite String Tangle," reads the statement. 

"The Kite String Tangle was set to appear in the LAV studio this week, but due to new guidelines the ABC is following, it’s been rescheduled to be first up once Like A Version returns."

"After today's performance from The Naked And Famous, there won’t be a new Like A Version for the foreseeable future.

"We know, it sucks. But it’s the most sensible decision we could make after consultation with the powers that be. 

"Again, we’re really bummed it’s come to this. We know that with so many concerts and festivals being postponed, or worse cancelled, that getting fresh live Like A Versions on your airwaves and in your feeds would brighten your week."

While new editions are on hold, the station will be sharing classic Like A Version performances each week until regular programming resumes.