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Bill Medley: Rock Legend's Unending Farewell Tour
3 May
Summary
- Bill Medley continues touring at 85, feeling vocally better than in decades.
- He reflects on his enduring career, faith, and the loss of Bobby Hatfield.
- Medley's farewell tour is ongoing, with contracts and desired venues remaining.
Bill Medley, now 85, continues to tour, experiencing a resurgence in his vocal ability that he describes as better than it has been in 40 years. He is currently on what has become an extended farewell tour, driven by contractual obligations and a desire to perform in specific venues.
Medley's career, marked by massive hits like "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" and "(I've Had) The Time of My Life," has been deeply intertwined with his faith and the enduring memory of his late partner, Bobby Hatfield. The loss of Hatfield in 2003 was a profound blow, yet Medley has continued to perform, eventually reforming the Righteous Brothers with Bucky Heard.
Reflecting on his health, Medley recently received a pacemaker for AFib and is scheduled for an ablation. He attributes his longevity and continued ability to perform to his strong faith and a proactive approach to his health, avoiding excessive substances while acknowledging the challenges of the music business.
