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Metro
6 days ago
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- Metro
Traffic guitarist Dave Mason cancels all 2025 tour dates due to 'health issues'
Dave Mason has cancelled all of his remaining shows for the year. The 79-year-old was one of the founding members of the English rock band Traffic, which came together in 1967. Their debut album, Mr. Fantasy, was followed by their self-titled 1968 album, which was their most successful in the UK and featured one of their most popular songs, Feelin' Alright?'. Soon after Dave left the band to pursue a solo career, with Traffic eventually disbanding in 1969. In the years since Dave became known for songs including Only You Know and I Know and We Just Disagree, whilst also working with George Harrison, the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Fleetwood Mac. Although he had a string of shows organised in the United States for the rest of the year, Dave has now announced they've had to be cancelled. Posting on social media, he shared: 'With deep regret, I must cancel all tour dates for 2025 due to ongoing health issues stemming from the infection I battled in March. I'm incredibly grateful to my team of doctors—this has been challenging territory, to say the least. 'A heartfelt thank you to all the fans, and to my family, band, agents, and the venues who've waited patiently and supported me throughout this journey. Your kind messages have lifted my spirits more than words can express. 'Recovery is a long road. My love for you all runs deep. God bless, Dave.' Last year Dave also had to postpone a tour after a 'serious heart condition' was discovered during a routine medical check-up in September. Although he had planned to now go ahead with the shows, he 'contracted a severe infection' in March and has 'courageously' been battling it ever since, according to a press release. Commenting on the Instagram post, many fans offered their support to the musician. 'You take care Dave! I wish you the very best of health!' Sky wrote. 'Sending healing prayers,' Sheryl shared. 'Praying for a speedy recovery,' Mary added. Dave's planned shows included a summer tour with Kansas and 38 Special, as well as solo dates throughout August. All tickets will be refunded automatically at point of sale. On March 14 his team shared that he'd been hospitalised with an infection. 'Hello to all our Dave Mason fans. We want to share that Dave has been hospitalized due to a serious infection that developed quickly,' they wrote in a statement on his social media accounts. 'The entire Dave Mason family, band, and crew deeply appreciate your love and prayers during this time. More Trending 'Tickets for all March, April & May shows will be refunded at the point of purchase. We're all hoping for a swift recovery!' Dave last played a concert in last year. Earlier in 2024 he'd published his memoir, Only You Know & I Know, and released his 21st solo album, A Shade of Blues. In 2004 Traffic were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004. Dave's former bandmate Jim Capaldi died the following year. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Conflict frontman Colin Jerwood dies aged 63 after 'short illness' MORE: Jessie J 'going to disappear for a bit' after being diagnosed with breast cancer MORE: Atomic Kitten singer Liz McClarnon, 44, pregnant with first child after two miscarriages
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Rock legend forced to cancel all tour dates after 'challenging' health issue
British rock legend Dave Mason has cancelled all tour dates. The star, who was a founding member of the '60s rock band Traffic, explained in June that he was still continuing to battle an infection that he had initially contracted in March. He had previously postponed his tour in 2024 after suffering from a serious heart condition, which was only picked up when he attended a routine medical check-up. Dave was scheduled to get back on stage this summer after rescheduling his concerts. But now, the former Fleetwood Mac star who left the band in 1995, has taken to social media to confirm that all of his upcoming tour dates have been cancelled due to ill health. A statement read: "With deep regret, I must cancel all tour dates for 2025 due to ongoing health issues stemming from the infection I had in March. I'm incredibly grateful to my team of doctors—this has been challenging territory, to say the least." "A heartfelt thank you to all the fans, and to my family, band, agents and the venues who've waited patiently and supported me throughout this journey. Your kind messages have lifted my spirits more than words can express. Recovery is a long road. My love for you all runs deep." Fans rushed to the comment section to send their warm wishes to Dave, with one writing: "You take care Dave! I wish you the very best of health!" A second commented: "So sad but may God bring His healing spirit toward you and your family." "We hope you feel better soon, we love you," typed a third. A fourth added: "Recovery is a long road. But here's to you popping out on the other side ready to go and 'feelin' alright!' Love you, Dave; you've got this, and God bless you." Another went on to say: "I'm so sorry to hear this. We are all praying for a full recovery. Please take good care of urself and all ur fans look forward to seeing u back out there next year." He was due to play across the United States throughout July and August, performing in States including Texas, New York and Oklahoma. On March 14, a statement from his team explained that Dave had been rushed to the hospital due to his declining health. They said: "Hello to all our Dave Mason fans. We want to share that Dave has been hospitalised due to a serious infection that developed quickly. The entire Dave Mason family, band, and crew deeply appreciate your love and prayers during this time. "Tickets for all March, April & May shows will be refunded at the point of purchase. We're all hoping for a swift recovery!"
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Rock icon forced to cancel tour dates after ‘contracting severe infection' amid ongoing health battle
He was struck down with an infection earlier this year NOT FEELIN' ALRIGHT Rock icon forced to cancel tour dates after 'contracting severe infection' amid ongoing health battle Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A ROCK icon has been forced to cancel his 2025 tour dates after contracting a severe infection. Dave Mason has been battling an ongoing health issue after he was admitted to hospital last September for an "urgent heart condition". Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Dave Mason was due to be on tour throughout 2025 Credit: Getty 6 He has been forced to cancel after he contracted an infection earlier on in the year Credit: Getty 6 Dave was in rock band Traffic and also briefly in Fleetwood Mac Credit: Redferns And months later, Dave, 79, contracted a "severe infection" that he is still recovering from now. The singer-songwriter was due to get back on stage this summer after postponing his gigs last autumn and earlier this year, too. But now the former member of Traffic and Fleetwood Mac is still recovering from the infection he contracted back in March that landed him in hospital. A statement for the rock icon was shared this week, which said: "With deep regret, I must cancel all tour dates for 2025 due to ongoing health issues stemming from the infection I had in March. "I'm incredibly grateful to my team of doctors—this has been challenging territory, to say the least." He went on: "A heartfelt thank you to all the fans, and to my family, band, agents and the venues who've waited patiently and supported me throughout this journey. "Your kind messages have lifted my spirits more than words can express. "Recovery is a long road. "My love for you all runs deep." Fans flocked to the comments section of the statement, which was shared on Dave's Instagram page. Rock icon says farewell to concert in coffin One person said: "You take care Dave! I wish you the very best of health!" Another added: "I'm so sorry to hear this. We are all praying for a full recovery. Please take good care of urself and all ur fans look forward to seeing u back out there next year." While a third penned: "We hope this is temporary, you give so much and you just need a little more rest." On March 14, Dave's team revealed he had been hospitalised with an infection. "Hello to all our Dave Mason fans. We want to share that Dave has been hospitalized due to a serious infection that developed quickly," they said in a statement on his page at the time. "The entire Dave Mason family, band, and crew deeply appreciate your love and prayers during this time. "Tickets for all March, April & May shows will be refunded at the point of purchase. We're all hoping for a swift recovery!" Dave, who had a massive solo hit in 1977 with We Just Disagree last played a concert last summer. He last performed on stage a month before the discovery of his heart issue in September 2024. Dave is known for his work as a founding member of the rock band Traffic. He then, for a brief period in the 1990s, joined Fleetwood Mac and released the album Time with them. Dave then toured with them throughout 1994 and 1995. Born in Worcester, England, Dave moved permanently to the United States in 1971. When he moved to America, he lived Ojai Valley in California for 16 years. As of September 2017 he had homes in Carson City, Nevada and Hawaii, as per reports. 6 Dave has been making hits for many years Credit: Getty 6 Fans have wished him a swift recovery Credit: Getty
The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Rock icon forced to cancel tour dates after ‘contracting severe infection' amid ongoing health battle
A ROCK icon has been forced to cancel his 2025 tour dates after contracting a severe infection. Dave Mason has been battling an ongoing health issue after he was admitted to hospital last September for an "urgent heart condition". 6 6 6 And months later, Dave, 79, contracted a "severe infection" that he is still recovering from now. The singer-songwriter was due to get back on stage this summer after postponing his gigs last autumn and earlier this year, too. But now the former member of Traffic and Fleetwood Mac is still recovering from the infection he contracted back in March that landed him in hospital. A statement for the rock icon was shared this week, which said: "With deep regret, I must cancel all tour dates for 2025 due to ongoing health issues stemming from the infection I had in March. "I'm incredibly grateful to my team of doctors—this has been challenging territory, to say the least." He went on: "A heartfelt thank you to all the fans, and to my family, band, agents and the venues who've waited patiently and supported me throughout this journey. "Your kind messages have lifted my spirits more than words can express. "Recovery is a long road. "My love for you all runs deep." Fans flocked to the comments section of the statement, which was shared on Dave's Instagram page. One person said: "You take care Dave! I wish you the very best of health!" Another added: "I'm so sorry to hear this. We are all praying for a full recovery. Please take good care of urself and all ur fans look forward to seeing u back out there next year." While a third penned: "We hope this is temporary, you give so much and you just need a little more rest." On March 14, Dave's team revealed he had been hospitalised with an infection. "Hello to all our Dave Mason fans. We want to share that Dave has been hospitalized due to a serious infection that developed quickly," they said in a statement on his page at the time. "The entire Dave Mason family, band, and crew deeply appreciate your love and prayers during this time. "Tickets for all March, April & May shows will be refunded at the point of purchase. We're all hoping for a swift recovery!" Dave, who had a massive solo hit in 1977 with We Just Disagree last played a concert last summer. He last performed on stage a month before the discovery of his heart issue in September 2024. Dave is known for his work as a founding member of the rock band Traffic. He then, for a brief period in the 1990s, joined Fleetwood Mac and released the album Time with them. Dave then toured with them throughout 1994 and 1995. Born in Worcester, England, Dave moved permanently to the United States in 1971. When he moved to America, he lived Ojai Valley in California for 16 years. As of September 2017 he had homes in Carson City, Nevada and Hawaii, as per reports. 6 6 6
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Rock icon forced to cancel tour dates after ‘contracting severe infection' amid ongoing health battle
A ROCK icon has been forced to cancel his 2025 tour dates after contracting a severe infection. Dave Mason has been battling an ongoing health issue after he was admitted to hospital last September for an "urgent heart condition". 6 Dave Mason was due to be on tour throughout 2025 Credit: Getty 6 He has been forced to cancel after he contracted an infection earlier on in the year Credit: Getty 6 Dave was in rock band Traffic and also briefly in Fleetwood Mac Credit: Redferns And months later, Dave, 79, contracted a "severe infection" that he is still recovering from now. The singer-songwriter was due to get back on stage this summer after postponing his gigs last autumn and earlier this year, too. But now the former member of Traffic and Fleetwood Mac is still recovering from the infection he contracted back in March that landed him in hospital. A statement for the rock icon was shared this week, which said: "With deep regret, I must cancel all tour dates for 2025 due to ongoing health issues stemming from the infection I had in March. Read More about Rock Icons "I'm incredibly grateful to my team of doctors—this has been challenging territory, to say the least." He went on: "A heartfelt thank you to all the fans, and to my family, band, agents and the venues who've waited patiently and supported me throughout this journey. "Your kind messages have lifted my spirits more than words can express. "Recovery is a long road. Most read in Showbiz "My love for you all runs deep." Fans flocked to the comments section of the statement, which was shared on Dave's Instagram page. Rock icon says farewell to concert in coffin One person said: "You take care Dave! I wish you the very best of health!" Another added: "I'm so sorry to hear this. We are all praying for a full recovery. Please take good care of urself and all ur fans look forward to seeing u back out there next year." While a third penned: "We hope this is temporary, you give so much and you just need a little more rest." On March 14, Dave's team revealed he had been hospitalised with an infection. "Hello to all our Dave Mason fans. We want to share that Dave has been hospitalized due to a serious infection that developed quickly," they said in a statement on his page at the time. "The entire Dave Mason family, band, and crew deeply appreciate your love and prayers during this time. "Tickets for all March, April & May shows will be refunded at the point of purchase. We're all hoping for a swift recovery!" Dave, who had a massive solo hit in 1977 with We Just Disagree last played a concert last summer. He last performed on stage a month before the discovery of his heart issue in September 2024. Dave is known for his work as a founding member of the rock band Traffic. He then, for a brief period in the 1990s, joined Fleetwood Mac and released the album Time with them. Dave then toured with them throughout 1994 and 1995. Born in Worcester, England, Dave moved permanently to the United States in 1971. When he moved to America, he lived Ojai Valley in California for 16 years. As of September 2017 he had homes in Carson City, Nevada and Hawaii, as per reports. 6 Dave has been making hits for many years Credit: Getty 6 Fans have wished him a swift recovery Credit: Getty 6 Dave will not take to the stage again this year Credit: Getty
