George Thorogood canceled his upcoming shows with the Destroyers following a serious medical diagnosis.
The legendary musician confirmed in December that The Bad All Over the World - 50 Years of Rock would mark the 50th anniversary of his tour with the Destroyers. For what it's worth, the musician played his first show with the backing band on Dec. 1, 1973.
However, Thorogood's tour plans have been compromised by his health condition after completing less than 10 shows this year.
George Thorogood Cancels Shows Amid Serious Medical Condition
Thorogood's official social media account announced the cancelation of his 2023 tour leg, saying that his current battle with a "very serious medical condition" led him to make the decision.
"With great sadness, we must announce the cancellation of our Canadian and U.S. tour dates from April 27, 2023, through May 21, 2023," the official statement read. "George has been diagnosed with a very serious medical condition that will require immediate surgery and quite a few weeks of recuperation and healing."
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The canceled shows included his supposed 18 concerts in Canada and the US:
April 27 - Vancouver, British Columbia at Commodore Ballroom
April 28 - Vancouver, British Columbia at Commodore Ballroom
April 29 - Penticton, British Columbia at Trade and Convention Centre
April 30 - Prince George, British Columbia at CN Centre
May 2 - Grand Prairie, Alberta at Revolution Place
May 4 - Edmonton, Alberta at The Venue at River Cree Resort and Casino
May 5 - Calgary, Alberta at Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
May 6 - Regina, Saskatchewan at Casino Regina
May 8 - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan at TCU Place
May 9 - Winnipeg, Manitoba at Burton Cummings Theatre
May 11-Sault Ste. Marie, Dreammakers Theatre
May 12 - Sudbury, Ontario at Sudbury Arena
May 13 - Peterborough, Ontario at Peterborough Memorial Centre
May 14 - Montreal, Quebec at MTelus
May 16 - Kitchener, Ontario at Centre in the Square
May 17 - Niagara Falls, Ontario at Fallsview Casino Resort
May 19-Mashantucket, CT at Foxwoods Resort Casino
May 21-Big Flats, NY at Tag's
On the initial list of concert dates and venues, Thorogood and the Destroyers will have a break from May to July. It remains unknown whether his health condition will also affect their return on stage on July 14 in Jefferson, Wisconsin.
The band pledged to update fans in the next few weeks regarding its future shows. Those who already bought tickets for the aforesaid tour dates can get a refund at the point of purchase.
George Thorogood Has Been Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle
Before his recent health issue, Thorogood notably established Marla Thorogood Memorial Fund for Ovarian Cancer Research to honor his wife, Marla, who died of ovarian cancer in 2019.
Talking to Dr. Nancy Berk in 2020, the "Bad to the Bone" hitmaker shared why it is important to take charge of one's health and why reminding loved ones to do it, as well, is important.
"I am dedicated to supporting ovarian cancer awareness, education and research that will lead to providing screenings and educating more women about this disease," he said. "It is important for women to get annual exams and take charge of their health. My daughter and I want to do what we can to save lives."
Thorogood and his late wife got married in July 1985.
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