Billy Joel postpones Ford Field show to November amid 'medical condition'
Billy Joel has postponed his upcoming Ford Field show with Stevie Nicks to Nov. 15, citing an unspecified "medical condition" and recovery from a recent surgery.
The piano pop superstar was set to play the downtown stadium on March 29. Existing tickets will be honored for the new date.
"While I regret postponing any shows, my health must come first," Joel said in a statement. "I look forward to getting back on stage and sharing the joy of live music with our amazing fans. Thank you for your understanding."
Detroit is among eight cities affected by Joel's reconfigured schedule, which was announced late Tuesday morning. He will resume touring July 5 in Pittsburgh.
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"The current tour will be postponed for four months to allow him to recover from recent surgery and to undergo physical therapy under the supervision of his doctors," read a statement. "Joel is expected to make a full recovery."
Dates in Milwaukee, Charlotte, Liverpool, Scotland, Salt Lake City, Syracuse and Toronto were also affected.
This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Billy Joel postpones Ford Field show to Nov. amid 'medical condition'
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