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The Independent
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Sting support act thanks fans after drummer's onstage cardiac arrest
Lionel Duke, drummer for the band The Christians, suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed while opening for Sting at Liverpool's Pier Head on Sunday, June 22. Lead singer Garry Christian immediately called for help, and emergency responders treated Duke on stage before he was transported to hospital. The band issued a statement thanking fans for their support and praising the medical team for their swift action, asking for positive vibes for Duke. Audience members described the scene as terrifying but commended the quick response of medics and staff who provided privacy and dignity for Duke during treatment. Sting continued his performance with the band's blessing, updating the audience on Duke's condition and singing 'Fragile' in his honour, while the band's manager confirmed CPR was performed and a pulse was regained.
Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Drummer has cardiac arrest on festival stage
A festival was halted after a drummer collapsed on stage after suffering a cardiac arrest while performing in front of thousands of fans. The Christians' Lionel Duke fell ill while the band were supporting Sting during the On The Waterfront festival at Liverpool's Pier Head on Sunday night. The Liverpool band's manager said the 58-year-old had been put in an "induced coma" after an operation at the city's Heart and Chest Hospital. The band asked fans to "please send positive vibes his way" and they praised the "phenomenal team of medics" from the festival who "stepped in so swiftly to help our poor Lionel". Lead singer Gary Christian had called for help after Duke collapsed with medics rushing on stage. Manager Emma Roberts said "it was a shock" as he was a "very fit regular swimmer". The Christians had just performed two songs before Duke became ill and were due to perform their biggest hit Harvest for the World later. The band were performing ahead of Sting who was headlining the four-day event. The former Police singer performed his set after being given The Christians' blessing. Fans recalled the "terrifying" moment the performance stopped and black screens went up. A sign was put up telling the crowd medical staff were with the performer. One fan said on Facebook: "It was frightening to see." Another added: "We were at the concert when this happened. Everyone was so professional and the crowd respectful. "It really felt like he had everyone's support and love - the audience were kept updated and the tribute by Sting singing Fragile as his last song was very emotional. "Such a bittersweet night." Others sent their love, prayers and best wishes to Duke and his family. The Christians were formed in the 1980s and their self-titled debut album reached number two in the UK charts. Last year 45,000 people attended the On The Waterfront festival. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230. Former Bauhaus singer suffers heart attack Music and sport stars support anti-racism festival Folk singer David Olney dies on stage mid-song The Christians
BBC News
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
The Christians' drummer has heart attack on Liverpool waterfront stage
A festival was halted after a drummer collapsed on stage with a heart attack while performing in front of thousands of Christians' Lionel Duke fell ill while the band were supporting Sting during the On The Waterfront festival at Liverpool's Pier Head on Sunday Liverpool band's manager said the 58-year-old had been put in an "induced coma" after an operation at the city's Heart and Chest band asked fans to "please send positive vibes his way" and they praised the "phenomenal team of medics" from the festival who "stepped in so swiftly to help our poor Lionel". Lead singer Gary Christian had called for help after Duke collapsed with medics rushing on Emma Roberts said "it was a shock" as he was a "very fit regular swimmer".The Christians had just performed two songs before Duke became ill and were due to perform their biggest hit Harvest for the World band were performing ahead of Sting who was headlining the four-day event. The former Police singer performed his set after being given The Christians' recalled the "terrifying" moment the performance stopped and black screens went up. A sign was put up telling the crowd medical staff were with the fan said on Facebook: "It was frightening to see."While another added: "We were at the concert when this happened. Everyone was so professional and the crowd respectful. "It really felt like he had everyone's support and love - the audience were kept updated and the tribute by Sting singing Fragile as his last song was very emotional."Such a bittersweet night." Others sent their love, prayers and best wishes to Duke and his family. The Christians were formed in the 1980s and their self-titled debut album reached number two in the UK year 45,000 people attended the On The Waterfront festival. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
