Primal Fear cancel both Finnish shows due to Ralf Scheepers’s health

Bad news for Finnish fans who were looking to enjoy Primal Fear tonight in Helsinki and tomorrow in Tampere. Lead singer Ralf Scheepers is suffering from bronchitis and will not be able to perform. Here’s his statement, posted through the band’s official account.

Dear fans, dear metalheads…
It truly pains me to write this, but I have to announce that tonight’s and tomorrow’s show in Helsinki and Tampere must be canceled due to me still suffering from a bad case of bronchitis. This is not a decision taken lightly, and it honestly breaks my heart to let you down.
I know that many of you have been traveling to Helsinki just to see this show, and that makes this even harder. Your dedication and support mean everything to me and to the band, and we never take that for granted.
We always aim to deliver nothing less than a top-notch performance for you. Right now, that is simply not possible. Singing while dealing with bronchitis would not only sound far from what you deserve, but it could also cause serious long-term damage to my vocal health.
Thank you so much for your understanding, your patience, and your continued support. We will make it up to you.
With all my respect and gratitude.
Ralf on behalf of PRIMAL FEAR
(I’m devastated)

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Upcoming shows:

• Friday, March 27, 2026 – Tallinn, Estonia – Helitehas
• Saturday, March 28, 2026 – Rīga, Latvia – Palladium Riga
• Sunday, March 29, 2026 – Vilnius, Lithuania – Art Factory LOFTAS
• April 25-26, 2026 – São Paulo, Brazil – Bangers Open Air Brasil 2026

Tickets can be purchased here.

Spanning more than 25 years of pure heavy and power metal, Primal Fear have face numerous challenges since their formation in 1997. Despite these obstacles, the band have repeatedly risen from their lowest points, like a phoenix from the ashes. After a recent line-up change, which saw Thalìa Bellezecca join on guitar and André Hilgers on drums, the group released their 15th studio album, “Domination”. Produced by Sinner and co-produced by Ralf Scheepers & Magnus Karlsson, the new offering was mixed and mastered by the group’s confident partner Jacob Hansen at his Hansen Studios in Ribe, Denmark. 

Long-time guitarist Magnus Karlsson, who has recently returned to the Primal Fear live touring crew, is once again a vital part of the creative process as well. He adds: “I can’t wait to hit the stage with Primal Fear again! It’s going to be an incredible ride! We’re going to create something truly special together, both live and in the studio, and I’m so grateful to share this journey with all you metalheads! Metal is forever!” 

The metal titans are determined to outdo themselves once again and to surpass the success of their recent album “Code Red,” which achieved the highest chart notations in the band’s history. Their efforts are progressing exceptionally well. Vocalist Ralf Scheepers states about the current process: “I haven’t felt as great in a long time as I did singing some of the new songs!“