While She Sleeps Announce Touring Hiatus and Criticize Modern Music Industry
The British metalcore band While She Sleeps, known for their energetic performances and devoted fan base, has announced a temporary halt to touring for the foreseeable future. The musicians emphasized that this decision is due to the need to rethink their work and criticize the current conditions of the music industry, which, according to them, often turns creativity into a continuous race for profit and content.
In an official video statement published by the band, lead vocalist Lawrence “Loz” Taylor and guitarist Mat Welsh explained the reasons for the hiatus. They noted that constant tours, the need for continuous presence on social media, and the pressure of the “cynical industry cycle” exhaust musicians and prevent them from creating truly high-quality material. “If we want our band to have a long life, we need to take a step back and recharge, ” emphasized Mat Welsh.
While She Sleeps was formed in 2006 and includes vocalist Lawrence Taylor, guitarists Sean Long and Mat Welsh, bassist Aaran McKenzie, and drummer Adam “Sav” Savage. Over the years, the band has released several successful studio albums, including The North Stands for Nothing (2010) and their latest release, Self Hell (2024). Their music combines energetic metalcore, melody, and social engagement, making the band one of the prominent figures of the British heavy scene.
The musicians stressed that this is not a farewell, but only a temporary pause. They plan to return with new music and fresh touring projects, though exact dates are currently unknown. The band also sharply criticized the modern music business, stating that strict commercial conditions and the race for content often lead to emotional and physical burnout for artists.
This announcement from While She Sleeps has sparked active discussion in the global metal community. Many colleagues and fans noted that such honesty and openness are rare among modern artists. In recent years, more and more rock and metal bands have expressed concern about the industry’s economic model, low streaming revenue, and the need for constant social media activity, which creates additional challenges for creative people.
The hiatus of While She Sleeps has become an important signal for the music world: quality creativity requires time and care for the health of artists, not just a pursuit of instant popularity. Fans are already actively discussing the upcoming return, and music experts believe this pause will help the band prepare one of their best releases in history.
