Deep Purple postpone Germany shows after Gillan hospitalised

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 19:08 · Archive

Deep Purple have postponed two German tour dates after frontman Ian Gillan, 81, was hospitalised with a medical emergency.

Deep Purple have postponed two shows in Leipzig and Hamburg after frontman Ian Gillan, 81, was hospitalised due to a 'medical emergency'. The band announced the cancellations on Saturday, just hours before they were due to perform at Leipzig's Quarterback Immobilien Arena.

In a statement, Deep Purple said: 'Deep Purple regret to announce that tonight's Leipzig and tomorrow's Hamburg shows cannot go ahead due to a medical emergency involving Ian Gillan, who is currently hospitalised.' The band expressed 'deep disappointment' and apologised to fans for the short notice.

The group are currently on their Splat! World Tour in Germany. Gillan has fronted Deep Purple since 1969 and leads the current line-up, which also comprises Roger Glover, Ian Paice, Don Airey and Simon McBride. Deep Purple and their team are focused on rescheduling both shows, with all tickets purchased remaining valid for the new dates.

How it is being reported

• Heavy rock legends postpone shows after singer is 'hospitalised'Deep Purple have postponed two upcoming shows after frontman Ian Gillan was hospitalised due to a “medical emergency”Oxfordshire Guardian · 2 Nov, 17:48
• Heavy rock legends postpone shows after singer is 'hospitalised'Deep Purple have postponed two upcoming shows after frontman Ian Gillan was hospitalised due to a “medical emergency”Oxford Mail · 2 Nov, 17:48

In this story: Deep Purple · Ian Gillan · Leipzig · Hamburg · Germany

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