Ian Gillan Hospitalized
Deep Purple cancels two European tour dates after singer's medical emergency, with shows to be rescheduled and the band set to resume touring on November 3
Deep Purple singer Ian Gillan has been hospitalized after a medical emergency, leading to the cancellation of the band's next two tour dates in Leipzig and Hamburg. The canceled shows were scheduled to take place at the QI Arena in Leipzig and the Sporthalle in Hamburg.
The band announced the cancellation on their Instagram, stating that they were unable to perform as scheduled due to Gillan's hospitalization. They apologized for the short notice and promised to find a suitable time to reschedule both shows.
All tickets purchased for the canceled tour dates will be valid for the rescheduled dates, the band assured fans. Deep Purple is expected to resume their European tour on November 3 in Dortmund, Germany.
The European tour will conclude on November 25 at London's Royal Albert Hall. After that, the band will spend December on a tour of Latin America. The tour is in support of their 2026 album Splat!.
## Why it matters The cancellation of the tour dates is a disappointment to fans, but the band's decision to reschedule the shows and continue with the tour is a positive sign. The medical emergency comes just weeks after former Deep Purple singer and bassist Glenn Hughes revealed he was recovering after undergoing an open heart surgery operation. Deep Purple has been a major force in rock music for decades, and the health of their lead singer is a concern for fans around the world.
The band's ability to reschedule the canceled shows and continue with the tour is a testament to their dedication to their fans and their music. Fans can look forward to seeing Deep Purple perform live in the coming weeks, with the rescheduled shows to be announced soon.
## What happens next Deep Purple will resume their European tour on November 3 in Dortmund, Germany, and will continue to perform across the continent until the tour concludes on November 25 at London's Royal Albert Hall. The band will then head to Latin America for a series of shows in December. Fans can stay updated on the band's schedule and any further developments on their website and social media channels.
