Jack Black says his band Tenacious D will make a comeback, regardless of the controversy that noticed them cancel their tour final month.
The band, comprised of the actor and Kyle Gass, got here beneath hearth in July when a joke about Donald Trump throughout a live performance in Australia noticed them name off the remainder of their reveals.
Talking with Leisure Tonight Black, 54, claims the duo will return to the stage.
“I really like Tenacious D… We needed to take a break, however I really like the D. Everyone takes a break generally,” he mentioned.
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The Kung Fu Panda star added: “We’ll be again.”
Final month, following the assassination try on the USA’s former president, Gass made a joke that brought on public outrage.
Whereas the band was onstage in Sydney, Black informed Gass to make a birthday want when blowing out his candles.
“Do not miss Trump subsequent time,” he replied.
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When the musician realised his joke had not been interpreted properly, he apologised.
Gass initially shared an apology in a since-deleted Instagram, writing: “I do not condone violence of any form, in any type, towards anybody.
“What occurred was a tragedy, and I am extremely sorry for my extreme lack of judgement. I profoundly apologise to these I’ve let down and really remorse any ache I’ve brought on,” it concluded.
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Black additionally addressed the second on Instagram, writing he was “blindsided” by his longtime collaborator’s remark.
“I might by no means condone hate speech or encourage political violence in any type,” the College of Rock actor wrote.
“After a lot reflection, I not really feel it’s acceptable to proceed the Tenacious D tour, and all future artistic plans are on maintain.
“I’m grateful to the followers for his or her assist and understanding.”
Consequently, Frontier Touring cancelled all remaining tour dates, though it didn’t present any causes for the choice.
“(We) remorse to advise that the remaining dates of Tenacious D’s tour of Australia and New Zealand have been cancelled,” Frontier Touring mentioned.
“All bought tickets will obtain a full refund.”
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