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Artist News
Guitarist gig absence sparks xx split rumours
By CMU Editorial | Published on Friday 30 October 2009
Tongues are wagging about the future of The xx after the band performed without guitarist Baria Quereshi at a gig in London on Wednesday night and cancelled upcoming gigs in Europe.
The Quietus reported that, taking to the stage at the Village Underground venue, vocalist and bassist Oliver Sim told the audience: “Obviously this has been a really tough few days for us. This is the first time we’ve played as a three piece. It’s devastating not having Baria here with us but you all being here has made us feel better. Thank you very much”. He also apparently said that they would be discussing their future after the weekend, which I think led to the speculation Baria’s departure was permanent.
But a statement was issued yesterday in an attempt to clarify matters. It reads: “Baria didn’t perform last night after feeling exhausted from The xx’s recent touring commitments. As a result, the band performed as a three piece in London last night and have postponed some European shows which they are hoping to reschedule. They are next due to play in Frankfurt on 3 Nov”.
