Time for a Break: The Official Word from Disturbed
Earlier this week, Disturbed frontman David Draiman raised eyebrows on X (formerly Twitter) when he said:
“We don’t know when we’ll hit the road again. We all need a good, long break.”
Just two days later, guitarist Dan Donegan confirmed this sentiment on an Instagram Live, spelling it out for fans:
“The anniversary tour for The Sickness is over. We’re heading home for the rest of the year, and we’re probably going to take it easy for quite a while next year. For now, there’s nothing planned. We feel we need to breathe.”
25 Years of The Sickness: A Marathon Tour Comes to an End
Since February, Disturbed has been charging across North America and Europe—touring the United States, Canada, and then heading overseas—with none other than Megadeth tagging along for the ride. Dan Donegan looked back on the tour and shared:
“The shows were packed, the atmosphere was amazing. We truly enjoyed playing, despite the fatigue and all the difficulties that come with traveling.”
But that relentless energy has its cost—not just physically, but on a personal level too.
Behind the Scenes: Loss and Life on the Road
Beyond the sheer intensity of the tour, Dan Donegan opened up about personal struggles within the band:
“We’ve all got things to deal with in our lives. We lost loved ones while we were on the road. My uncle passed away, my guitar tech lost his father and a cousin. When you get that kind of news from the other side of the world, it’s hard; it really hits you hard.”
There’s a sobering realism here—a reminder that no amount of stage lighting can shield you from life’s tough turns.
A Turbulent Year: Playing Through the Controversy
This pause comes after a year that brought not just high-energy concerts but also intense controversy. The band, and especially David Draiman, found themselves under scrutiny for public (and political) stances. A 2024 photo showing Draiman signing an Israeli artillery shell unleashed a wave of reactions online and beyond.
- The European tour was marked by protests at several locations.
- Some dates—like Brussels—were canceled amidst the turmoil.
- Onstage, the band called frequently for unity in response to the upheaval.
Despite all this, Disturbed saw their anniversary tour through to the end, wrapping up on October 28 in Glasgow, Scotland.
On the studio front, several tracks have reportedly already been recorded. However, at the time of writing, there’s no word on any upcoming albums or official releases. For now, Disturbed’s future plans remain up in the air—exactly how long this break will last is anyone’s guess, but the message is clear: it’s time for the band, and maybe their fans, to simply breathe.
