The British rock band Enter Shikari has announced that they will go on hiatus at the end of 2027, a decision that may lead to the band's potential "extinction." The band, formed in 1999 in St Albans, will continue to tour the UK, Europe, and the US over the next year, expressing a desire to perform in some of their favorite venues "one last time."
Statement on Hiatus
In a statement, the band shared:
“"As of December 31, 2027, Enter Shikari will fall dormant as a recording and performing entity. This dormancy may eventually end with an eruption back into activity, or may end with extinction, we have no idea which."
The band reflected on their journey, noting that 2027 marks 20 years since the release of their debut album. They acknowledged the challenges of navigating a cultural landscape that often favors easily categorized art, which has impacted their mental health over the years.
Reflections on Their Journey
The band stated:
“"For the past two decades, we’ve run amok in a cultural landscape that elevates easily-pigeonholed art, so being an Enter Shikari hasn’t always been easy, professionally or personally."
