CMAT Reschedules UK Tour Following Emergency Wisdom Tooth Surgery, Assures Fans of New Dates
October 1, 2025
She expressed her regret to fans, assured that all tickets would remain valid for the rescheduled dates, and requested fans' recommendations for ice cream and soup to aid her recovery.
She has announced a major UK and Ireland tour for 2026, starting in Edinburgh on March 7, with a headline show at London’s Alexandra Palace on March 13, despite her current health setback.
Her tour postponement coincides with other artists like Lola Young also canceling performances due to health issues, illustrating the challenges faced by performers today.
Singer-songwriter CMAT, whose real name is Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, has announced the rescheduling of her October UK tour dates due to an emergency wisdom tooth surgery caused by an infection, which has temporarily impacted her ability to perform.
Her 2025 album 'Euro-Country,' which was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize and received critical acclaim—including a five-star review from NME—has cemented her status as a significant artist in her career.
Released earlier this year, 'Euro-Country' explores themes of loss and identity through a blend of pop and introspective lyrics, with notable tracks like 'Take A Sexy Picture Of Me' and 'Lord, Let That Tesla Crash.'
Since her debut in 2020, CMAT has gained popularity, especially after her memorable Glastonbury performance, which was praised as one of the festival's most unforgettable moments.
CMAT's performance at Glastonbury 2025 on the Pyramid Stage was a highlight, earning her a five-star review from NME and recognition as one of the festival's most unforgettable moments.
Her single 'Take A Sexy Picture Of Me' has become her most successful to date, garnering over fourteen million streams on Spotify, and she performed at Glastonbury to an audience of over 60,000 fans.
Despite her health issues, she has plans to continue her music career with a European tour next year, including a headline show at Dublin’s 3Arena in December 2025, and a performance at Coachella in California.
Her upcoming tour will include performances in Ireland, the UK, and Australia in 2026, with notable shows at Dublin's 3Arena, St. Anne’s Park, and Virgin Media Park, all scheduled to proceed unaffected by her current health issues.
In July, the BBC clarified that it did not edit out Irish language content from her song 'Euro-Country' during a Radio 1 broadcast, amid some controversy.
Following her Glastonbury performance, she shared her pre-performance anxiety and physical illness, highlighting the mental health challenges faced by performers.
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BBC News • Oct 2, 2025
Irish singer CMAT postpones UK tour due to wisdom tooth pain
BBC News • Oct 2, 2025
Irish singer CMAT postpones UK tour due to wisdom tooth pain
The Mirror • Oct 1, 2025
CMAT cancels UK tour dates after requiring surgery for medical emergency
Daily Mirror • Oct 2, 2025
Irish singer CMAT reschedules UK tour after infected wisdom tooth requires surgery