Jennifer Finch, the founding and longtime bassist of rock band L7, has been diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. According to a press release, “What initially appeared to be a condition that could be addressed through treatment and a full course of radiation has progressed rapidly. Unforeseen complications have required Jennifer to undergo multiple surgeries and have resulted in significant physical limitations. She now requires extensive ongoing medical care, rehabilitation and professional in-home assistance.”
A GoFundMe has been launched to help Finch with in-home nursing care, physical and speech therapy, medical equipment, and other essentials.
Upcoming Tour and Support
As a result of her medical condition, Finch will not be joining L7 on the Fall 2026 US leg of their “Last Hurrah” farewell tour.
L7 singer-guitarist Donita Sparks stated, “We are all devastated by the news and are surrounding her with love, protecting her privacy and dignity, while helping raise the resources she urgently needs for the care ahead. Jennifer is family, and we want her to feel the full strength of the community that has loved and supported her for so many years.”
The band will proceed with the tour, with Finch’s blessing. The outing kicks off October 9th in Phoenix, and runs through a November 14th show in Los Angeles.
L7 2026 Tour Dates:
10/09 – Phoenix, AZ @ Walter Studio
10/12 – Austin, TX @ Emo’s Austin
10/13 – Dallas, TX @ The Echo Lounge & Music Hall
10/14 – Houston, TX @ House of Blues Houston
10/16 – Nashville, TN @ Cannery Hall
10/17 – Atlanta, GA @ Heaven at The Masquerade
10/19 – Charlotte, NC @ Neighborhood Theatre
10/21 – Washington, DC @ The Howard Theatre
10/22 – Philadelphia, PA @ Brooklyn Bowl
10/24 – New York, NY @ Knockdown Center
10/26 – Boston, MA @ The Wilbur
10/27 – Cleveland, OH @ Globe Iron
10/31 – Detroit, MI @ St. Andrew’s Hall
11/01 – Chicago, IL @ The Vic Theatre
11/03 – Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line
11/04 – Kansas City, MO @ Warehouse on Broadway
11/06 – Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall
11/07 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge
11/10 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox
11/11 – Vancouver, BC @ Vogue Theatre
11/13 – San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom
11/14 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
In conclusion, the news of Jennifer Finch’s diagnosis has sent shockwaves through the music community, and fans are rallying around her to offer support. The launch of the GoFundMe campaign and the upcoming L7 tour are a testament to the band’s dedication to their founding member and the outpouring of love from their fans. As Donita Sparks said, Jennifer Finch is family, and the community is coming together to help her through this challenging time.
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