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The BONEZ cancel five event appearances after JESSE arrest

The rock band's official X account announced the cancellations, covering dates from November 21 to March 14, days after the vocalist was arrested on suspicion of cocaine use.

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The BONEZ, the rock band fronted by JESSE, whose real name is Jesse McFaddin Sorato, have canceled five event appearances, the band's official X account announced, days after the 46-year-old was arrested on suspicion of using cocaine.

The cancellations cover events from November 21 through March 14. The band's statement, titled "Notice of cancellation of event appearances," apologized to fans and to everyone involved.

"We sincerely apologize to all the fans who were looking forward to the live shows, and to everyone at the organizations concerned, for the great worry and trouble we have caused," the statement said, Nikkan Sports reported.

JESSE was arrested on November 7 on suspicion of violating the Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Act by using cocaine. He also fronts the band RIZE.

His agency issued a comment on November 7. "We are currently proceeding with confirmation of the facts. Regarding future handling, we will confirm the facts and respond strictly and appropriately," it said.

This story was edited for style on 12 November 2026.How we handle corrections.