In a surprising turn of events, rock band Journey has announced the cancellation of their U.K. and Ireland leg of the 50th-anniversary tour. Fans who had purchased tickets for the 11-date fall trek were left disappointed, as they received emails confirming the unfortunate news. The cancelation is reportedly attributed to circumstances beyond the band's control.

Ticketmaster listings and the O2's website no longer display the London concert, indicating the withdrawal of the band from the U.K. and Ireland tour. This move has raised concerns among ticket holders, who were eagerly anticipating the iconic band's live performance.

The cancelation comes amidst ongoing financial and legal troubles within the band. In a recent court filing, Journey's keyboardist, Jonathan Cain, accuses guitarist Neal Schon of allegedly maxing out an American Express account, which had a million-dollar limit. According to Cain's lawsuit, Schon has been spending exorbitant amounts, reaching up to $10,000 per night.

The band's financial disarray has reportedly led to issues in paying the crew and production company, further tarnishing their reputation in the music industry. Despite these challenges, Journey has managed to maintain a strong presence on stage, delivering unforgettable performances to their dedicated fanbase.

In a proposed solution to address these problems, Cain advocates for the restructuring of Freedom 2020 Inc. This organization, co-founded by Cain and Schon to oversee Journey's touring operations, currently operates with only a two-seat board held by the founders. Cain's latest petition seeks the appointment of a court-ordered custodian as a third board member to break tie votes and bring stability to the band's management.

Journey has encountered a series of legal battles since 2020, but they appeared to have resolved them by implementing a new organizational structure involving the respective wives of Cain and Schon. Notably, Michaele Schon is not named as a respondent in Cain's latest lawsuit.

As fans await further updates on the band's future plans and resolution of their financial and legal issues, the cancellation of the U.K. and Ireland leg of Journey's 50th-anniversary tour marks a significant setback for their loyal supporters in those regions.