Gojira’s Drummer Out Visa Issues | Music News

Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 17, 2026 · 1m

Gojira’s US tour hit a snag when drummer Mario Duplantier couldn’t make it due to visa issues, forcing the band to bring in Luigi Paraventi from Paleface Swiss — a sweet nod to Mario & Luigi, complete with “Player two has entered the game.” While it’s a bummer for Mario, the band’s grateful for Luigi’s last-minute heroics, especially as visa troubles continue to derail international acts like Enter Shikari and FKA Twigs. With singles like “Mea Culpa” already making waves — even at the Paris Olympics — fans are holding tight, hoping Mario can get back on stage soon. Listen in comfort:Get a…