LONDON, Nov 3 — Veteran British rock band Deep Purple have postponed their United Kingdom (UK) and European tour after frontman Ian Gillan required “urgent medical attention” following a medical problem last week, reported PA Media/dpa.
In a statement following the incident, which led to the postponement of two gigs in Leipzig and Hamburg over the weekend, the 81-year-old said continuing the tour would pose “very serious risks”.
Gillan said: “Dear Friends, thank you for all the good wishes and support over the last few days; it means the world.
“I had a medical problem whilst in Leipzig, which required urgent attention at the hospital.
