Glenn Hughes announces retirement from live performances
Louder • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Glenn Hughes, the 74-year-old former Deep Purple singer and bassist, has announced his retirement from live performances due to health concerns and the need for another open-heart surgery.
- Hughes has a history of heart issues, including surgery in 2013 to repair an enlarged aorta and a heart attack in 1991, which he attributes partly to past substance abuse.
- Despite finishing his Chosen Years tour in November 2023, Hughes canceled his 2024 touring plans on medical advice and is prioritizing his health.
- His final live performance took place recently with the all-star covers band Kings Of Chaos in California, marking the end of his live music career.
- Hughes expressed gratitude for his musical career and support from fans, emphasizing that health must come first as he prepares for further surgery.
