Bruce Dickinson 'gutted' to cancel Bucharest concert
He's suffering from a viral infection
Last updated 3rd Jun 2024
Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson has been forced to cancel tonight’s (Monday 3rd June) solo concert at Arenale Romane in Bucharest, Romania due to ill health.
A statement issued on Bruce’s social media channels explained that his band and crew have been affected by a flu-like virus since the start of the European tour in Wolverhampton last month.
Bruce also picked up the bug, and by the final UK date at London O2 Forum Kentish Town, it started to affect his voice.
‘He managed to complete the Paris show, but by Groningen was having difficulties being able to sing at the standard both he and the fans expect,' the post reads.
‘During last night’s show in Budapest it became obvious that Bruce was seriously unwell and, following advice, he now has to rest completely in order to preserve both his health and protect the rest of the shows on the tour.’
Commenting on the cancellation, Bruce Dickinson says, “I have been pushing my voice through a viral infection for the past few shows.
“I was hoping that the 2 days after the Dutch shows would have been enough vocal rest, but the Budapest show was a real struggle. The audiences have been fantastic, but I have a duty to the rest of the tour and a responsibility to look after my instrument....it’s the only one I’ve got!
“With a very heavy heart I have had to make the decision to cancel (Monday’s) show in Bucharest. It was not the outcome I hoped for. I am seeing a throat specialist Doctor tomorrow to confirm the wisdom of my decision, but after 40 years of singing I know when things are not right and the voice has to take a temporary rest.
“I am gutted for the fans in Bucharest. I can only say sorry and thank you for your support and understanding.”
Bruce Dickinson’s next scheduled show is at Mystic Festival in Gdansk, Poland on Thursday 6th June.
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