Grammy-Nominated Singer JP Saxe Cancels 32-Date North America Tour Over Poor Ticket Sales

Grammy-nominated Canadian singer-songwriter JP Saxe has canceled his entire 32-date North American tour, originally scheduled for September to October 2025, due to poor ticket sales. Saxe publicly and candidly acknowledged the tour's failure to meet sales targets, stating he needed to sell 20,000 tickets within 48 hours to avoid cancellation but ultimately fell short despite a surge in sales prompted by his transparent appeal to fans. He expressed gratitude to those who supported him and emphasized the power of honesty in failure, rejecting typical industry excuses for cancellations. Saxe highlighted the emotional difficulty artists face when their public perception does not align with reality, and he remains hopeful about future opportunities despite this setback. The tour was planned for mid-sized venues across the US and Canada, and refunds have been promised to all ticket holders. This situation reflects broader challenges in the music industry, as other artists like The Black Keys and Linkin Park have recently adjusted or canceled tours amid shifting market dynamics.