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#SoundOfSilenceau

"We are hugely disappointed not to be seeing our fans in Australia and New Zealand in May... "

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

74 musicians will take part in the two-day event.

"We're seeing a dramatic increase in the numbers of people already reaching out... "

"It has not been easy and we are still in what is a lengthy process working out the details."

The band confirmed the news in a statement today.

"It just felt like one of the many dumb things I sing to myself as I’m passing time or thinking."

"You can play a critical role in helping our industry.”

"The health of artists, staff, fans and visitors, as well as the situation in the Netherlands, Europe and the world, is at the heart of this decision."