Shows at The Theatre at Honda Center and Gibson Amphitheatre
Affected
NEW YORK, NY, JUNE 4, 2008 -– Legendary rock band YES announced today that the group
will unfortunately be canceling their 2008 40th Anniversary Tour. The 26-city tour,
which would have included an August 20th Theatre at Honda Center performance and
an August 22nd Gibson Amphitheatre show, was scheduled to run through the summer.
Said Jon Anderson, “In the wake of my recent respiratory attack, doctors have advised
me to spend the coming months resting and recovering. Unfortunately, this means
I won't be able to tour with Yes this summer as originally planned. I'd like everyone
know how deeply disappointed I am by this turn of events. I was looking forward
to celebrating our music with the amazing family of Yes fans once again; but as
we all know, health must come before anything else. Wishing you all the very best...”
Said Chris Squire, “We were all looking forward to performing for our fans after
a prolonged leave of absence from touring. I am especially regretful of the fact
that I know many of our fans and friends have probably laid out non-refundable airfares
and hotels, etc. in order to enjoy the Yes shows this summer. Please join me in
wishing Jon a speedy return to health, which at this point in time is our main concern.”
Yes frontman and founding member Jon Anderson was admitted to the hospital last
month after suffering a severe asthma attack. He has now been diagnosed with acute
respiratory failure and was told by doctors this weekend that he needs to rest and
not work for a period of at least six months or suffer further health complications.
Upon receiving this news the band has determined that their tour plans need to be
put on hold.
Ticket refunds will be available at the point of purchase.
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