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Daily Mirror
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Sam Fender cancels more gigs as health issues worsen
After singing star Sam Fender was forced to pull the plug on a number of festival last year, the medical problem that hampered him in 2024 appears to have returned Poorly Sam Fender has pulled out of some of his European festival dates after suffering another vocal cord haemorrhage. The musician, who recently played in front of a total of 150,000 people at three sold-out concerts inside St James' Park, Newcastle, posted a lengthy statement on his Instagram story explaining the decision. The 31-year-old has been told by his ears, nose and throat doctor that he has a haemorrhage . He has been advised not to sing for the next two weeks to prevent 'lasting damage to [his] vocal cords'. Telling fans the bad news, he said: "Hey everyone, at the beginning of the week I got my voice checked by my ENT doctor and the cords were slightly swollen. 'After a few days rest I was advised by my team that I was okay to perform. On stage at Silverstone I could feel that things were a lot harder than usual, I felt I needed to push a lot harder to sing – this is never a good sign. I've just been checked by my ENT again today, as I was concerned about it, and it's transpired that I've had a haemorrhage on one of my vocal cords. 'I've been advised to be on vocal restriction and to not sing for the next 14 days,' he added. "If I were to play at these next shows I would risk causing lasting damage to my vocal cords. This means I cannot perform at the upcoming Rock Werchter, Down the Rabbit Hole, NOS Alive, and Montreux Jazz Festivals. 'I'm so sorry to everyone who is coming to those festivals with our show in mind. Our fans are the most important thing to us, I hate letting people down and I hate not being able to sing for weeks as it is my only real passion in life.' The Hypersonic Missiles singer was forced to cancel a number of gigs on his 2024 tour after suffering a similar injury to his vocal cords. Sam has been on a stadium tour this summer in support of his third studio album People Watching which included dates at the London Stadium and St James' Park, the home of his beloved Premier League team Newcastle United. Earlier this year, Sam was named Best Alternative / Rock Act at the BRIT Awards where he performed his single People Watching with his band. Sam previously spoke openly about taking time off to prioritise his wellbeing. In 2022, he cancelled several performances, citing "burnout" from touring. At the time, he explained that it would be "hypocritical" to continue working while neglecting his own mental health. In a statement released in September 2022, he said: "It seems completely hypocritical of me to advocate discussion on mental health and write songs about it if I don't take time to look after my own mental health. I've neglected myself for over a year now and haven't dealt with things that have deeply affected me. "It's impossible to do this work on myself while on the road, and it's exhausting feigning happiness and wellness for the sake of business. My friends and colleagues have been worried about me for a while and it's not going to get better unless I take the time to do so." He later explained he was beyond grateful to his fans for understanding before adding: "Me and the boys are burnt out and we need this time."
Perth Now
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Sam Fender cancels live dates after suffering vocal cord haemorrhage
Sam Fender has pulled out of several European festival dates after suffering a vocal cord haemorrhage. The 31-year-old rocker has been told by his ears, nose and throat doctor (ENT) that he has a haemorrhage and has been advised not to sing for the next two weeks to prevent 'lasting damage to [his] vocal cords'. In a statement shared on Instagram, he said: "Hey everyone, at the beginning of the week I got my voice checked by my ENT doctor and the cords were slightly swollen. 'After a few days rest I was advised by my team that I was okay to perform. On stage at Silverstone I could feel that things were a lot harder than usual, I felt I needed to push a lot harder to sing – this is never a good sign. 'I've just been checked by my ENT again today, as I was concerned about it, and it's transpired that I've had a haemorrhage on one of my vocal cords. 'I've been advised to be on vocal restriction and to not sing for the next 14 days,' he added. 'If I were to play at these next shows I would risk causing lasting damage to my vocal cords. This means I cannot perform at the upcoming Rock Werchter, Down the Rabbit Hole, NOS Alive, and Montreux Jazz Festivals. 'I'm so sorry to everyone who is coming to those festivals with our show in mind. Our fans are the most important thing to us, I hate letting people down and I hate not being able to sing for weeks as it is my only real passion in life.' The Hypersonic Missiles singer was forced to cancel a number of gigs on his 2024 tour after suffering a similar injury to his vocal cords. Sam has been on a stadium tour this summer in support of his third studio album People Watching which included dates at the London Stadium and St James' Park, the home of his beloved Premier League team Newcastle United FC. Earlier this year, Sam was named Best Alternative / Rock Act at the BRIT Awards where he performed his single People Watching with his band.
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Music star cancels string of European gigs due to health issue
The singer-songwriter said he hates "letting people down" A POPULAR music star has cancelled a string of European gigs due to a health issue. The singer-songwriter took to social media and shared this unfortunate update with fans. Advertisement 3 Sam Fender has cancelled a string of European gigs due to a health issue Credit: Getty 3 He is a three-time Brit Award winner Credit: Getty - Contributor Geordie-born superstar Sam Fender, 31, is a three-time Brit Award winner. The chart-topper's announcement came after he opened the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Taking to Instagram, Sam explained how he had his voice checked at the start of the week - discovering the cords were "slightly swollen". After resting up for a few days, he was deemed to fit perform at Silverstone - but soon felt "things were a lot harder" than usual and he'd pushed harder to sing. Advertisement Sam later learned that he had a haemorrhage on one of his vocal cords. He explained: "I've been advised to be on vocal restriction and to not sing for the next 14 days. "If I were to play at these next shows I would risk cause lasting damage to my vocal cords." This includes his upcoming performances at Rock Werchter, Down The Rabbit Hole, NOS Alive and Montreux Jazz Festivals. Advertisement Sam continued: "I'm so sorry to everybody who is coming to these festivals with our show in mind. "Our fans are the most important thing to us, I hate letting people down and I hate not being able to sing for weeks as it is my only real passion in life. Top Brit singer announces secret Glastonbury set TODAY after huge hit with Sam Fender "I hope that I'm able to make it up to you down the line. Until then I'm gonna work to get this voice fixed. "Love from me and the band x." Advertisement Earlier this year, The Sun revealed how Sam landed a huge deal to be the face of iconic sports brand Adidas. A source told us at the time: "Sam has signed a big deal with Adidas to be part of a cool campaign with the Newcastle squad. 'It'll coincide with his tour, which kicks off at the London Stadium on June 6, before he plays three more sold-out shows at St James' Park. 'They got in 120 extras to act as fans for the video, which I'm told will include Sam hobnobbing with some of his favourite players. Advertisement Sam Fender's rise to stardom Humble Beginnings: Haillng from North Shields, Sam started his musical journey playing in local pubs and clubs. Breakthrough Moment: In 2017, he caught the attention of the music world with his debut single Play God showcasing his raw talent and distinctive voice. Chart-Topping Success: His debut album Hypersonic Missiles"dropped in 2019, skyrocketing to Noo 1 on the UK Albums CCart and earning critical acclaim. Award-Winning Artiss: Sam bagged the prestigious BRITs Critics' Choice Award in 2019, a testament to his rising star in the music industry. Sold-Out Tours: Known for his electrifying live performances, Sam has sold out tours across the UK and beyond, captivating audiences with his powerful lyrics and energetic shows. Second Album Triumph: In 2021, he released his sophomore album Seventeen Going Under which was met with rave reviews and solidified his place as a leading voice in modern rock. Advocate for mental health: Beyond the music, Sam is a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, often using his platform to discuss personal struggles and societal issues.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Music star cancels string of European gigs due to health issue
A POPULAR music star has cancelled a string of European gigs due to a health issue. The singer-songwriter took to social media and shared this unfortunate update with fans. 3 Sam Fender has cancelled a string of European gigs due to a health issue Credit: Getty 3 He is a three-time Brit Award winner Credit: Getty - Contributor Geordie-born superstar The chart-topper's announcement came after he opened the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Taking to Instagram, Sam explained how he had his voice checked at the start of the week - discovering the cords were "slightly swollen". After resting up for a few days, he was deemed to fit perform at Silverstone - but soon felt "things were a lot harder" than usual and he'd pushed harder to sing. Read more on Music Sam later learned that he had a haemorrhage on one of his vocal cords. He explained: "I've been advised to be on vocal restriction and to not sing for the next 14 days. "If I were to play at these next shows I would risk cause lasting damage to my vocal cords." This includes his upcoming performances at Rock Werchter, Down The Rabbit Hole, NOS Alive and Montreux Jazz Festivals. Most read in Music Sam continued: "I'm so sorry to everybody who is coming to these festivals with our show in mind. "Our fans are the most important thing to us, I hate letting people down and I hate not being able to sing for weeks as it is my only real passion in life. Top Brit singer announces secret Glastonbury set TODAY after huge hit with Sam Fender "I hope that I'm able to make it up to you down the line. Until then I'm gonna work to get this voice fixed. "Love from me and the band x." Earlier this year, The Sun revealed how Sam A source told us at the time: "Sam has signed a big deal with Adidas to be part of a cool campaign with the Newcastle squad. 'It'll coincide with his tour, which kicks off at the London Stadium on June 6, before he plays three more sold-out shows at St James' Park. 'They got in 120 extras to act as fans for the video, which I'm told will include Sam hobnobbing with some of his favourite players. Sam Fender's rise to stardom Humble Beginnings: Haillng from North Shields, Sam started his musical journey playing in local pubs and clubs. Breakthrough Moment: In 2017, he caught the attention of the music world with his debut single Play God showcasing his raw talent and distinctive voice. Chart-Topping Success: His debut album Hypersonic Missiles"dropped in 2019, skyrocketing to Noo 1 on the UK Albums CCart and earning critical acclaim. Award-Winning Artiss: Sam bagged the prestigious BRITs Critics' Choice Award in 2019, a testament to his rising star in the music industry. Sold-Out Tours: Known for his electrifying live performances, Sam has sold out tours across the UK and beyond, captivating audiences with his powerful lyrics and energetic shows. Second Album Triumph: In 2021, he released his sophomore album Seventeen Going Under which was met with rave reviews and solidified his place as a leading voice in modern rock. Advocate for mental health: Beyond the music, Sam is a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, often using his platform to discuss personal struggles and societal issues. 3 The Sun revealed earlier this year that the star landed a big deal with Adidas Credit: Getty
The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Music star cancels string of European gigs due to health issue
A POPULAR music star has cancelled a string of European gigs due to a health issue. The singer-songwriter took to social media and shared this unfortunate update with fans. 3 Geordie-born superstar Sam Fender, 31, is a three-time Brit Award winner. The chart-topper's announcement came after he opened the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Taking to Instagram, Sam explained how he had his voice checked at the start of the week - discovering the cords were "slightly swollen". After resting up for a few days, he was deemed to fit perform at Silverstone - but soon felt "things were a lot harder" than usual and he'd pushed harder to sing. Sam later learned that he had a haemorrhage on one of his vocal cords. He explained: "I've been advised to be on vocal restriction and to not sing for the next 14 days. "If I were to play at these next shows I would risk cause lasting damage to my vocal cords." This includes his upcoming performances at Rock Werchter, Down The Rabbit Hole, NOS Alive and Montreux Jazz Festivals. Sam continued: "I'm so sorry to everybody who is coming to these festivals with our show in mind. "Our fans are the most important thing to us, I hate letting people down and I hate not being able to sing for weeks as it is my only real passion in life. Top Brit singer announces secret Glastonbury set TODAY after huge hit with Sam Fender "I hope that I'm able to make it up to you down the line. Until then I'm gonna work to get this voice fixed. "Love from me and the band x." Earlier this year, The Sun revealed how Sam landed a huge deal to be the face of iconic sports brand Adidas. A source told us at the time: "Sam has signed a big deal with Adidas to be part of a cool campaign with the Newcastle squad. 'It'll coincide with his tour, which kicks off at the London Stadium on June 6, before he plays three more sold-out shows at St James' Park. 'They got in 120 extras to act as fans for the video, which I'm told will include Sam hobnobbing with some of his favourite players. Sam Fender's rise to stardom Humble Beginnings: Haillng from North Shields, Sam started his musical journey playing in local pubs and clubs. Breakthrough Moment: In 2017, he caught the attention of the music world with his debut single Play God showcasing his raw talent and distinctive voice. Chart-Topping Success: His debut album Hypersonic Missiles"dropped in 2019, skyrocketing to Noo 1 on the UK Albums CCart and earning critical acclaim. Award-Winning Artiss: Sam bagged the prestigious BRITs Critics' Choice Award in 2019, a testament to his rising star in the music industry. Sold-Out Tours: Known for his electrifying live performances, Sam has sold out tours across the UK and beyond, captivating audiences with his powerful lyrics and energetic shows. Second Album Triumph: In 2021, he released his sophomore album Seventeen Going Under which was met with rave reviews and solidified his place as a leading voice in modern rock. Advocate for mental health: Beyond the music, Sam is a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, often using his platform to discuss personal struggles and societal issues. 3
