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Iconic Hollies Duo Retires, Band Concludes
20 Aug
Summary
- The Hollies' touring career concludes after over six decades.
- Tony Hicks and Bobby Elliott, founding members, are retiring.
- Health concerns prompted the decision for the band's farewell.
The Hollies, a band with a touring legacy spanning over six decades, have officially ended their performance career. This conclusion follows the retirement of long-standing members Tony Hicks, aged 80, and Bobby Elliott, aged 84. Both musicians, who joined the group in 1963, cited health reasons for their departure, a decision that prompted the band's overall farewell to touring.
Their retirement signifies the end of an extensive journey that began in 1962. The Hollies, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010, achieved numerous top 10 hits in both the U.S. and UK, including "Bus Stop," "Carrie Anne," and "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother." Tony Hicks also contributed as a singer and songwriter on several tracks.
The announcement was made via social media, expressing gratitude to fans worldwide for their unwavering support throughout the band's remarkable tenure. The group's final lineup had remained consistent since 2004, featuring Hicks and Elliott alongside Peter Howarth, Steve Lauri, Ray Stiles, and Ian Parker.
