Due to “chronic and intense back pain,” Paul Simon has been forced to cancel two forthcoming concerts.
Scheduled to perform two nights at the Philadelphia Academy of Music over the weekend, the now 83-year-old iconic musician had to pull out of both concerts following “unmanageable” back pain that will require surgery.
Taking to social media, the superstar singer/songwriter’s Instagram account stated:
“Regretfully, Paul Simon must cancel two shows tonight June 28 and tomorrow night June 29 – at Philadelphia’s Academy of Music. Paul has been struggling with chronic and intense back pain. Today it became unmanageable and demands immediate attention.” “Unfortunately we have to cancel these shows at this time, as we don’t have the ability to reschedule them. However, we are hopeful after this minor surgical procedure which has been scheduled in the next few days, Paul will be able to complete the tour as well as look into returning to make up these dates.” “In the meantime, please go to your point of purchase or local ticket provider for a full refund.”
Currently on his A Quiet Celebration Tour, Simon performed at the Philadelphia venue last week, for the first of what was to be three shows in the city, and is scheduled to play California in July, with a performance in Long Beach on July 7, followed by a five-night residency at Los Angeles’ Disney Hall.
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Author: Al Denté
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