ELO frontman Jeff Lynne has cancelled one other gig, confirming he’s “heartbroken” as he battles an an infection. An announcement from the musician learn: “Jeff Lynne is heartbroken to report that he won’t be able to carry out at tomorrow’s BST Hyde Park present. Jeff has been battling a systemic an infection and is presently within the care of a staff of medical doctors who’ve suggested him that performing is just not attainable at the moment nor will he have the ability to reschedule.

“The legacy of the band and his longtime followers are foremost in Jeff’s thoughts at present – and whereas he’s so sorry that he can’t carry out, he is aware of that he should deal with his well being and rehabilitation at the moment.” Attendees had been then despatched to a hyperlink to get their tickets refunded for Sunday’s gig (July 13).

On Thursday night time (July 10) followers had been informed the ELO gig at Manchester’s Co-Op Dwell was cancelled final minute, simply moments earlier than the help act was set to take to the stage. An announcement launched to Jeff’s X account learn: “Sadly because of sickness tonight’s schedule efficiency of Jeff Lynne’s ELO on the Co-Op Dwell won’t be going forward.

“Jeff is devastated he can’t carry out this night. Extra info will grow to be out there as quickly as attainable. For refunds please go to your level of buy.” 

The official social media account had beforehand mentioned Sunday’s gig was more likely to go forward, stating: “We’re suggested that there are presently no considerations with regard to Sunday’s efficiency.” 

ELO followers had observed Jeff wanting “unwell” on Wednesday night time (July 9), and when he opened the tour in Birmingham earlier this yr, it was with a damaged hand that meant he couldn’t play guitar. 

Hyde Park was set to be the band’s ultimate efficiency on their Over and Out tour, to say goodbye to followers. He defined on the time: “My return to touring started at Hyde Park in 2014. It looks as if the right place to do our ultimate present. We couldn’t be extra excited to share this particular night time in London with our UK followers.”