Noughties rock icons forced to cancel gig due to band member’s ‘unexpected medical emergency’

AN iconic Noughties rock band has been forced to cancel an upcoming gig due to a band member’s ‘unexpected medical emergency’. Formed in 1993, Papa Roach released their triple platinum album Infest in 2000. Papa Roach have revealed they are cancelling an upcoming gig due to a member’s unexpected medical emergency Credit: Getty Tobin Esperance has been Papa Roach’s bassist since 1996 Credit: Getty The band’s line-up comprises lead singer Jacoby Shaddix, lead guitarist Jerry Horton, bassist Tobin Esperance and drummer Tony Palermo. Taking to Instagram, the group revealed to fans that they are stepping back from a major festival this year. Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! Their statement read: “After careful consideration and advice from medical professionals, Papa Roach bassist Tobin Esperance will be unable to perform this weekend due to an unexpected emergency. “Therefore, we will not be able to perform at this year’s Louder Than Life Festival and wish everyone the best. Papa Roach shared a statement on their Instagram page regarding stepping back from Louder Than Life Credit: paparoach/ Instagram Formed in 1993, the band grew in popularity during the 90s and Noughties Credit: Getty “Right now, Tobin’s health is our immediate concern. “We look forward to welcoming him back on stage in November and appreciate the continued support and respect for his privacy during this time.” Founded in 2014, Louder Than Life is an annual rock music festival held in Louisville, Kentucky. Taking to Papa Roach’s comments section, one fan wrote: “Get well soon!” Most read in TV Another penned: “Praying for Tobin and his family.” A third shared: “Get well soon, Tobin! I wish you a speedy recovery.” Comment now