British singer Morrissey announced the cancellation of his concert in Valencia, attributing the decision to severe sleep disruption caused by the overwhelming noise from the Las Fallas festival. He arrived at his hotel late Wednesday after a two-day road trip and struggled to sleep throughout the night due to loud techno music and speaker announcements, as reported by The Guardian. This lack of rest has reportedly placed him in a "catatonic state," according to a statement released on his website.

In his statement, Morrissey described his hotel experience during the festival as nothing short of "an indescribable hell," adding that it would take him a year to recover from the ordeal, which he feels is an understatement. He also provided audio recordings of the noise to justify his decision to cancel the concert. The tickets for the scheduled show at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia were priced at 103 euros and drew significant attention due to their now-canceled status.

The Las Fallas festival in Valencia is renowned for its extreme noise level, featuring fireworks, concerts, and parades that occur around the clock. This incident highlights the challenges and potential disruptions artists face due to large-scale events, particularly in terms of logistics and personal well-being, raising questions about the accommodation needs for performers during such festivals.