Drummer John Tempesta has announced that his two-decade tenure with The Cult has come to an end. The veteran musician confirmed his departure in a social media statement on November 7.
Tempesta thanks fans after two decades
After 20 years, my chapter with The Cult has come to an end.
So many unforgettable shows, experiences, and memories.
I’m incredibly thankful to every single fan who was there along the way. Your support has meant so much to me.
I’m looking forward to getting back out there, playing music and seeing where the next chapter takes me. Here’s to 2027!
Wishing the guys all the best!
Upcoming shows by The Cult:
Tuesday, April 27, 2027 – MGM Music Hall at Fenway, Boston, MA, US
Wednesday, April 28, 2027 – Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT, US
Friday, April 30, 2027 – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, Camden, NJ, US
Saturday, May 01, 2027 – Prudential Center, Newark, NJ, US
Tuesday, May 04, 2027 – Truliant Amphitheater, Charlotte, NC, US
Wednesday, May 05, 2027 – Gas South Arena, Duluth, GA, US
Friday, May 07, 2027 – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, The Woodlands, TX, US
Saturday, May 08, 2027 – Texas Trust CU Theatre, Grand Prairie, TX, US
Saturday, May 15, 2027 – Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, TN, US
Monday, May 17, 2027 – Chaifetz Arena, St. Louis, MO, US
Wednesday, May 19, 2027 – TBA, Louisville, KY, US
Thursday, May 20, 2027 – Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, US
Saturday, May 22, 2027 – Wintrust Arena, Chicago, IL, US
Sunday, May 23, 2027 – Mystic Lake Amphitheater, Shakopee, MN, US
Thursday, May 27, 2027 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison, CO, US
Friday, May 28, 2027 – Maverik Center, West Valley City, UT, US
Sunday, May 30, 2027 – Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA, US
Tuesday, June 01, 2027 – Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Portland, OR, US
Thursday, June 03, 2027 – Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort, Reno, NV, US
Friday, June 04, 2027 – Cow Palace, Daly City, CA, US
Sunday, June 06, 2027 – Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA, US
Tuesday, June 08, 2027 – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, Chula Vista, CA, US
Thursday, June 10, 2027 – Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV, US
Friday, June 11, 2027 – Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV, US
Sunday, June 13, 2027 – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, Phoenix, AZ, US
