Traffic founder Dave Mason cancels tour to seek “immediate” medical attention
Traffic founder Dave Mason has cancelled his forthcoming US tour after being diagnosed with a “serious heart condition”.
The singer-songwriter, guitarist and Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductee, 78, had been scheduled to embark on a run of solo concerts this autumn.
Last week, it was confirmed that Mason would be forced to “miss the first couple [of] shows in Phoenix and Las Vegas” following “the advice of doctors”.
However, his team has since shared a statement to announce that the full tour has been axed due to health reasons.
“Dave Mason has announced the cancellation of his Fall ‘Traffic Jam 2024’ west coast tour after doctors detected a serious heart condition during a routine appointment that requires immediate medical attention,” it read.
“His team of doctors expect a full and successful recovery, and Mason plans to resume his touring plans in 2025.”
Mason said: “I’m heartbroken to have to cancel these dates, but it’s doctor’s orders. I’ll be back, and better than ever, in 2025.” You can see the statement in the post above.
Thirteen gigs and appearances have been shelved in total, according to The Independent. These include stop-offs in Phoenix, Santa Barbara and San Diego, as well as a book signing in Carson City.
Ticketholders should contact their point of purchase for information about refunds.
Mason co-founded the psychedelic rock band Traffic in 1967, alongside guitarist Steve Winwood, drummer Jim Capaldi and multi-instrumentalist Chris Wood. He is perhaps best known for the group’s 1968 song ‘Feelin’ Alright?’, which was covered by Joe Cocker.
Additionally, Mason joined Fleetwood Mac for a brief stint in the early-to-mid-’90s, and contributed to their 1995 album ‘Time’. He has also worked with the likes of Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones and Paul McCartney.
His 15th and latest solo studio record, ‘Alone Together, Again’, was released in 2020. Mason recently published a memoir, titled Only You Know & I Know – which explores “his colourful, unique, and ultimately triumphant journey through a life in music”.
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