Tom Grennan, Green Day, Louis Tomlinson, Yungblud and more acts cancel Russian shows

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Tom Grennan has become the latest artist to cancel planned shows in Russia and Ukraine this summer. The singer-songwriter made the announcement on his social media that he would no longer perform in either country, due to the humanitatian crisis emerging from Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

In a statement posted to his social media, Tom said: "In light of current events, I will be cancelling my shows in Russia and Ukraine which were due to take place in Summer 2022. "My thoughts are with the brave people of Ukraine, and all those who oppose this devastating violence and seek peace." Grennan joins a number of other acts, such as Yungblud, Louis Tomlinson, Iggy Pop and Green Day to cancel shows in Russia, after its troops invaded Ukraine.

Biffy Clyro also of planned performances in the country. In a statement posted to social media, the bad said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with all Ukrainian citizens and Russian people who desire peace." The Scottish rockers were due to play Moscow's Park Live festival but have dropped out of the billing, alongside Placebo, who said they "stand firmly against the atrocious war currently waged against Ukraine." Tom said: "In light of current events, I will be cancelling my shows in Russia and Ukraine which were due to take place in Summer 2022.

My thoughts are with the brave people of Ukraine, and all those who oppose this devastating violence and seek peace." Posting a statement to fans on social media, Louis said: "Due to the recent events in Ukraine, I have to sadly announce that my tour shows in Moscow and Kyiv are cancelled until further notice.