Morgan Wallen cancels six weeks of shows after vocal fold trauma
Morgan Wallen announced to fans on Tuesday, May 9, that he has suffered a setback with his voice. After returning to the stage following ten days of prescribed vocal rest, he performed three shows in Florida and experienced a significant decline in how his voice felt by the third night. Medical evaluation at the Vanderbilt Voice Center revealed that he has reinjured his vocal cords and is being treated for vocal fold trauma.
“Their advice is that I go on vocal rest for six weeks”
The Voice season 5 alumnus explained the doctors’ recommendation and his plan: “Their advice is that I go on vocal rest for six weeks, so that’s what I’m going to do. They want me not to talk at all, but they said if I need to, it’s okay to for something like this.” He added that while touring in Australia he sustained another injury—a torn LAT—that he has been managing quietly, and that this break will also help him recover from that condition.
Wallen described the decision as a difficult but necessary step for his long-term health and career. Medical staff told him that if he follows the recovery plan carefully he should return to full strength, but that continuing to sing before healing could cause permanent damage. “So for the longevity of my career, this is just a choice I had to make,” he said, expressing disappointment but appreciation for fan support. “I hate it. But I love you guys, and I appreciate all the support that you always give me. I’ll see you soon and I’ll be back better than ever. God bless you.”
Morgan must skip ACM Awards and Lifting Lives
As a result of the mandatory vocal rest, Wallen will miss several upcoming appearances, including the Academy of Country Music Awards and the Lifting Lives benefit event. He encouraged fans to attend the ceremonies despite his absence, noting the importance of the causes those events support.
His team is actively working to reschedule all concerts and festival dates that fall within the six-week recovery window. Morgan said in the announcement that many dates have already been rearranged and that final confirmations are forthcoming. He emphasized that rescheduled festival appearances are being prioritized for the next year, and that he intends to make good on commitments once his voice has healed.
Shows will be rescheduled
Ticket holders will have their tickets honored for the rescheduled performances. When new dates are announced, a 30-day refund window will be available at the point of purchase for anyone who cannot attend the updated date. Further details and confirmed rescheduled dates will be shared by his team as soon as arrangements are finalized.
Wallen’s announcement balances the immediate disappointment of canceled appearances with a clear focus on recovery and career longevity. Medical professionals treating vocal injuries commonly advise extended vocal rest and controlled rehabilitation to reduce the risk of chronic problems; Wallen’s choice to follow that guidance aims to preserve his voice for the long term.
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Despite the interruption to his tour schedule, Wallen continues to enjoy commercial success. His single “Last Night” sits at No. 1 this week, marking his ninth chart-topping single, and it continues his strong run on the charts. His album One Thing At A Time remains at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a ninth consecutive week. In addition, Morgan Wallen is nominated for four awards at the Academy of Country Music Awards, including a nomination for Entertainer of the Year.
Fans and ticket buyers are advised to monitor official channels for the most up-to-date information on rescheduled dates, refund windows, and any further statements from Morgan Wallen and his medical team. The singer’s priority for the coming weeks is complete vocal recovery to ensure a full return to performing at his best.