The Fratellis pull out of headline slot at music festival

Cancelled The Fratellis have pulled out of BDTRH after promoters failed to pay them a deposit

- CHRIS MARZELLA

Scots rockers The Fratellis have pulled out of a headline appearance at the revived Back Doune the Rabbit Hole music festival - blaming promoters for “not fulfilling contractual obligations to pay deposits to confirm the band’s appearance”.

The group had been set to headline BDTRH festival at the Cardross Estate, near Port of Menteith, this August.

But the organisers - who say they booked the band through a third-party promoter - announced that it was “sad to share” the news that the Fratellis will no longer be appearing blaming “circumstances outside our control”.

A statement said: “We're sorry to confirm that The Fratellis will no longer be performing at Back Doune the Rabbit Hole.

“Their appearance was arranged through a third-party promoter, and unfortunately, due to circumstances outside of our control, the booking has not been fulfilled.

“Like many of you, we're incredibly disappointed by how this has unfolded.

“We know how much people were looking forward to their set, and we completely understand the frustration.

“We're working hard behind the scenes to secure a brilliant replacement and will be announcing your new Saturday night headliner very soon. Thank you for your patience and continued support.

“We'll have a further update for you shortly.”