Jonathan Howsmon, aka J Devil, who is best known as the lead vocalist and frontman of the nu-metal band Korn, has been tested positive for COVID-19, forcing the band to reschedule some of its future tour dates.
The 50-year-old singer is now “resting and recovering,” though he is in good spirits, according to Korn.
On Monday, the group released a statement on social media, “We really appreciate your patience as we work out the next steps for our tour. On Saturday, we received the unfortunate news that Jonathan tested positive for Covid, and needless to say, we had to postpone the show last minute.”
“As a result of his positive test, we also need to reschedule the next handful of shows,” the statement added. “As always, our primary goal is to ensure the safety of everyone involved, so this is something that has to be done.”
“We’re as disappointed as you are about the circumstances, but we’ll get through it though, and we can’t wait to see you once we’re back, firing on all cylinders once again. We thank you all for your love and support!” the group concluded.
Korn Saturday’s concert at the Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton, Pennsylvania, was canceled hours before its start time due to a “confirmed COVID-19 case within the Korn camp,” according to a message posted on the band’s social media accounts at the time.
The Scranton concert has since been rescheduled for September 25. The band also rescheduled their other tour dates.
Korn kicked off their summer tour, which also features Staind, on August 5 in West Palm Beach, Florida, according to PEOPLE. The nu-metal band previously had plans to tour with Faith No More, but their dates were scrapped last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
