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Daily Mirror
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Glastonbury star cancels all gigs for rest of 2025 after mental health battle
British rapper, Bru-C, real name Josh Bruce, will not be performing again this year after telling fans he needed to prioritise his mental health in an admission, which he said was 'difficult to make' A MOBO Award winner has pulled out of performing at Glastonbury after cancelling all his gigs for the rest of the year. Rapper, Bru-C, real name Josh Bruce, who was due to perform at Worthy Farm this summer, said he needs to focus on his mental health, admitting he had been 'trying his best to bury things'. The hip hop star from Derbyshire, 33, said he was "really hoping" that he wouldn't have to cancel all his commitments, including Glastonbury, for the rest of year, but admitted he needs to "take a step back". Taking to Instagram, he wrote: "I'm really sorry to announce I'm going to have to cancel all my upcoming show commitments for 2025/the foreseeable future. Many of you know I've been struggling with mental health issues for some time now and I've tried my best to bury things and keep my life and career moving forward." Bru-C, who won the Best Newcomer award at the MOBOs in 2022, explained that he'd "got gradually worse over the last few years" and needed to "take another step back to try and get back to kind of stable place in my life". He insisted it was the "last thing" he wanted to do to let down fans, but needed some time out to take get his life "back on track". The rapper continued: "I know a lot of people will have spent hard earned money to come out to the shows I'm booked at, and I really am sorry for the impact of this decision will have on you all. "I hope you understand I have to prioritise my own mental and physical health." Admitting he didn't know when he'd be back on stage again, Bru-C concluded: "I want you to know I'm seeking the right help and support, and I take none of this for granted. I just want to be better, when that will be I don't know." Responding to his post, Bru-C's pals from the music industry sent him their support. Rapper Gardna wrote in the comments section: "Brother the tunes you have are timeless. "The main stage will always be ready for you! Go well king!" DJ and musician, Example added: "Take your time man. Focus on yourself. Mad respect for this post. Hopefully it helps others. Love ya x" Meanwhile, Toddla T, a producer commented: "we love you bro. a show is a show. they aint going anywhere .. you can enter the stage again in the future if u choose.. heal up and come back match fit just like when a baller mash up his ankle… take as long as you need." Now based in Nottingham, Bru-C's album Original Sounds was released in November 2019 with CruCast, which was his record label at the time. His second album Smile was released in December 2020. In December 2021, Bru-C signed a contract to join the major record label, Def Jam Recordings.
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Glastonbury performer forced to cancel all shows in 2025 over mental health
A rapper who was scheduled to perform at Glastonbury 2025 has pulled out of all remaining shows this year, citing mental health struggles. Nottingham rapper Bru-C, whose real name is Josh Bruce, has slowly risen through the ranks of the British music scene over the last decade. After releasing his first EP in 2015, Bru-C has scored two platinum-selling singles, with a handful of other hits scoring gold and silver classification. He landed a top 20 hit in 2022 with the song No Excuses and was scheduled to perform his collection of recent hits at Glastonbury's Arcadia area. But a recent post on Bru-C's Instagram has revealed the rapper will no longer be performing at the festival, which will run from June 25 to June 29 this year. A statement read: 'This is a really difficult thing for me to post, and one I was really hoping I wouldn't have to. I'm really sorry to announce I'm going to have to cancel all of my upcoming show commitments for 2025. 'Many of you know I've been struggling with mental health issues for some time now and I've tried my best to bury things and keep my life and career moving forward.' He continued: 'What I've been going through has got gradually worse over the last few years and I need to take another step back and try to get back to some kind of stable peace in my life. Bru-C said the last thing he wanted to do was let people down by cancelling shows, but stressed that he needed to take this time to recover and get his life and health back on track. He then apologised to people who had 'spent hard-earned money' to see him at any future shows he's had to cancel, but assured fans he was 'seeking the right help and support'. Concluding his emotional statement, Bru-C revealed that he 'just wants to be better' but admitted that he didn't know when that would be. Showing support, chart-topping DJ and rapper Example said: 'Take your time man. Focus on yourself. Mad respect for this post. Hopefully it helps others. Love ya.' Manchester rapper Blizzard – real name Bradley Green – also assured Bru-C that he was doing the right thing: 'This is a massive step and you should be proud of yourself for having the self awareness to realise this is what you need. 'Your health is the most important thing and it has to be prioritised before absolutely everything. All the best to you bro, be kind to yourself and do what you need to do.' London-based DJ ShyFX was similarly supportive: 'Wishing you the space and support to heal and recalibrate.' More Trending Bru-C released his debut album, Original Sounds, in 2019 and a few years later signed with the UK arm of Def Jam Recordings, currently owned by Jay-Z. The Nottingham-based rapper isn't the only person who has been cancelling shows in recent weeks ahead of Glastonbury, with rock royalty Sir Rod Stewart also having to take breaks to prioritise his health. The Maggie May singer revealed earlier this month that eight of his shows in the United States had to be cancelled or rescheduled due to his falling ill. Sir Rod is still expected to perform on the Pyramid Stage at Worthy Farm, with the Scottish pop sensation set to fill the coveted legends slot on Sunday afternoon. 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: Nitzer Ebb frontman Douglas McCarthy dies age 58 after serious health diagnosis MORE: 80s Scottish pop rock musician 'seriously ill' in intensive care MORE: Dakota Johnson reveals her asparagus-filled murder dream about Matty Healy
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Huge rapper CANCELS all of his gigs for 2025 in emotional post as he reveals secret health battle
The rapper revealed serious struggles with his mental health life focus Huge rapper CANCELS all of his gigs for 2025 in emotional post as he reveals secret health battle Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ONE of Britain's biggest rappers has cancelled all upcoming gigs and any public events for the rest of the year to focus on his mental health. Bru-C, whose given name is Josh Bruce, made the announcement on Instagram in an emotional post where he said it was "difficult for him to post." Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Rapper Bru-C has cancelled all of his gigs for 2025 Credit: Instagram 3 The rapper shared in an emotional post that he was struggling with his mental health Credit: Instagram The hip hop star said, "I was really hoping I wouldn't have to" announce his need to cancel all live shows, including his Glastonbury set, for the rest of 2025. "I'm really sorry to announce I'm going to have to cancel all my upcoming show commitments for 2025/the foreseeable future," he wrote. "Many of you know I've been struggling with mental health issues for some time now and I've tried my best to bury things and keep my life and career moving forward." Bru-C explained that what he'd been going through "has got gradually worse over the last few years and I need to take another step back to try and get back to kind of stable place in my life." He added that it was that "last thing" he wanted to do to let down fans but he needed to take the time to take get his life "back on track." "I know a lot of people will have spent hard earned money to come out to the shows I'm booked at, and I really am sorry for the impact of this decision will have on you all," the rapper continued. "I hope you understand I have to prioritise my own mental and physical health." Bru-C continued: "I want you to know I'm seeking the right help and support, and I take none of this for granted. I just want to be better, when that will be I don't know." He concluded by "sending love to anyone... who's struggling right now, don't give up." Other hip hop stars reacted to Bru-C's message with their own words of support. The 15 signs a loved one is struggling with their mental health - and how to help "Brother the tunes you have are timeless. The main stage will always be ready for you! Go well king!" wrote rapper Gardna in the comments section. DJ and musician, Example added: "Take your time man. Focus on yourself. Mad respect for this post. Hopefully it helps others. Love ya x" Toddla T, a producer and singer commented: "we love you bro. a show is a show. they aint going anywhere .. you can enter the stage again in the future if u choose.. heal up and come back match fit just like when a baller mash up his ankle… take as long as you need." Help for mental health If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support. The following are free to contact and confidential: Samaritans, 116 123 CALM (the leading movement against suicide in men) 0800 585 858 Papyrus (prevention of young suicide) 0800 068 41 41 Shout (for support of all mental health) text 85258 to start a conversation Mind, provide information about types of mental health problems and where to get help for them. Call the infoline on 0300 123 3393 (UK landline calls are charged at local rates, and charges from mobile phones will vary). YoungMinds run a free, confidential parents helpline on 0808 802 5544 for parents or carers worried about how a child or young person is feeling or behaving. The website has a chat option too. Rethink Mental Illness, gives advice and information service offers practical advice on a wide range of topics such as The Mental Health Act, social care, welfare benefits, and carers rights. Use its website or call 0300 5000 927 (calls are charged at your local rate). Heads Together, is the a mental health initiative spearheaded by The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales. Bru-C, 33, has been recording and releasing music since 2014, notching up street anthems and boasting huge collaborations with Skepsis on 'Most High' and 'Take It Slow', 'Hide The Ting' with Darkzy & Window Kid, 'What's Going On' with Darkzy, 'Don't Wanna Know' (feat. Hadean), 'Weekend Boys' with Window Kid, Jamie Duggan & Booda, and popular drum & bass single 'Wagwarn' featuring Bassboy. The rapper released his debut album, Original Sounds, in 2019 and two years later signed with Jay-Z's record label, Def Jam. "It began in Nottingham, where I'm from around 2010, after a few years writing grime and trying to get noticed in rap battles, street battles etc," he told The Sun in 2019. "Then when my son was born in 2012, I stepped back from the game to earn money working in a clothes shop as well as being a plasterer to help support him, before ending up even deeper into it with a career as a MC and vocalist on the rave scene and doing some events with Flex Records featuring dubstep and bassline." 3 Bru-C was due to play the Arcadia stage at Glastonbury this year Credit: Getty
The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Huge rapper CANCELS all of his gigs for 2025 in emotional post as he reveals secret health battle
ONE of Britain's biggest rappers has cancelled all upcoming gigs and any public events for the rest of the year to focus on his mental health. Bru-C, whose given name is Josh Bruce, made the announcement on Instagram in an emotional post where he said it was "difficult for him to post." 3 3 The hip hop star said, "I was really hoping I wouldn't have to" announce his need to cancel all live shows, including his Glastonbury set, for the rest of 2025. "I'm really sorry to announce I'm going to have to cancel all my upcoming show commitments for 2025/the foreseeable future," he wrote. "Many of you know I've been struggling with mental health issues for some time now and I've tried my best to bury things and keep my life and career moving forward." Bru-C explained that what he'd been going through "has got gradually worse over the last few years and I need to take another step back to try and get back to kind of stable place in my life." He added that it was that "last thing" he wanted to do to let down fans but he needed to take the time to take get his life "back on track." "I know a lot of people will have spent hard earned money to come out to the shows I'm booked at, and I really am sorry for the impact of this decision will have on you all," the rapper continued. "I hope you understand I have to prioritise my own mental and physical health." Bru-C continued: "I want you to know I'm seeking the right help and support, and I take none of this for granted. I just want to be better, when that will be I don't know." He concluded by "sending love to anyone... who's struggling right now, don't give up." Other hip hop stars reacted to Bru-C's message with their own words of support. The 15 signs a loved one is struggling with their mental health - and how to help "Brother the tunes you have are timeless. The main stage will always be ready for you! Go well king!" wrote rapper Gardna in the comments section. DJ and musician, Example added: "Take your time man. Focus on yourself. Mad respect for this post. Hopefully it helps others. Love ya x" Toddla T, a producer and singer commented: "we love you bro. a show is a show. they aint going anywhere .. you can enter the stage again in the future if u choose.. heal up and come back match fit just like when a baller mash up his ankle… take as long as you need." Help for mental health If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support. The following are free to contact and confidential: Samaritans, 116 123 CALM (the leading movement against suicide in men) 0800 585 858 Papyrus (prevention of young suicide) 0800 068 41 41 Shout (for support of all mental health) text 85258 to start a conversation Mind, provide information about types of mental health problems and where to get help for them. Call the infoline on 0300 123 3393 (UK landline calls are charged at local rates, and charges from mobile phones will vary). YoungMinds run a free, confidential parents helpline on 0808 802 5544 for parents or carers worried about how a child or young person is feeling or behaving. The website has a chat option too. Rethink Mental Illness, gives advice and information service offers practical advice on a wide range of topics such as The Mental Health Act, social care, welfare benefits, and carers rights. Use its website or call 0300 5000 927 (calls are charged at your local rate). Heads Together, is the a mental health initiative spearheaded by The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales. Bru-C, 33, has been recording and releasing music since 2014, notching up street anthems and boasting huge collaborations with Skepsis on 'Most High' and 'Take It Slow', 'Hide The Ting' with Darkzy & Window Kid, 'What's Going On' with Darkzy, 'Don't Wanna Know' (feat. Hadean), 'Weekend Boys' with Window Kid, Jamie Duggan & Booda, and popular drum & bass single 'Wagwarn' featuring Bassboy. The rapper released his debut album, Original Sounds, in 2019 and two years later signed with Jay-Z's record label, Def Jam. "It began in Nottingham, where I'm from around 2010, after a few years writing grime and trying to get noticed in rap battles, street battles etc," he told The Sun in 2019. "Then when my son was born in 2012, I stepped back from the game to earn money working in a clothes shop as well as being a plasterer to help support him, before ending up even deeper into it with a career as a MC and vocalist on the rave scene and doing some events with Flex Records featuring dubstep and bassline." 3
