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Deep Purple Cancels Shows Due to Frontman's Medical Emergency
31 Oct
Summary
- Ian Gillan, 81, hospitalized for a medical emergency, leading to cancellations.
- Deep Purple's 'SPLAT!' World Tour European leg impacted by frontman's health.
- Former band member Glenn Hughes also recently retired due to health concerns.
Deep Purple has been compelled to cancel two upcoming tour dates in Germany due to the hospitalization of their 81-year-old frontman, Ian Gillan. The band announced on Saturday, October 31st, that Gillan experienced a 'medical emergency.' Consequently, shows scheduled for October 31st in Leipzig and November 1st in Hamburg have been postponed.
The British rock legends shared their profound disappointment in canceling these performances on short notice, assuring fans that tickets would remain valid for rescheduled dates. The band is currently on their 'SPLAT!' World Tour, which began in early August and was set to continue through Europe before heading to Latin America in December.
This situation brings to mind recent health news concerning former Deep Purple members. Glenn Hughes, who previously performed with the band, announced his retirement from touring in August, citing the need for open-heart surgery due to ongoing health issues. Hughes and Gillan were both inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with Deep Purple in 2016.
