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The Independent
05-07-2025
- Health
- The Independent
Why Sam Fender has cancelled several European gigs
Sam Fender has cancelled several upcoming European festival appearances due to suffering a vocal cord haemorrhage. The musician 's ENT doctor advised him not to sing for the next fortnight to avoid causing lasting damage to his vocal cords. Fender initially had slightly swollen vocal cords, performed at Silverstone, and a subsequent check-up confirmed the haemorrhage. The affected festivals include Rock Werchter, Down the Rabbit Hole, NOS Alive, and Montreux Jazz Festivals. This is not the first time Fender has faced vocal issues, as he previously cancelled 2024 tour dates due to a similar injury.
The Independent
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Rod Stewart reveals pre-show ritual ahead of Glastonbury set
Rod Stewart has revealed he gargles rum and coke before every performance, a ritual he has maintained for 40 years to protect his vocal cords. Stewart, 80, will perform in the Legends Slot on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival this June. In May, Stewart was seen wearing a sign around his neck that said 'Sorry. Cannot talk. Having vocal rest'. He explained he uses this method to recover his voice when needed. Stewart wants a minimal rider for his Glastonbury performance, requesting only wine and crisps. Stewart, who had to cancel shows in January due to strep throat and Covid-19, is scheduled for a 90-minute set at Glastonbury on 29 June.
