Paul Simon has canceled two concerts in Philadelphia due to severe back pain that has necessitated immediate surgery. The 83-year-old musician expressed hope that after a minor surgical procedure, he would be able to resume his tour, originally part of his first extensive North American tour in seven years. Simon had previously retired from touring because of significant hearing loss but returned to the stage after receiving treatment. His next scheduled performance is set for July 7th in Long Beach, California.
"Today it became unmanageable and demands immediate attention," Simon, 83, said in a statement released Saturday. "Unfortunately, we have to cancel these shows at this time, as we don't have the ability to reschedule them."
"However, we are hopeful after this minor surgical procedure which has been scheduled in the next few days, Paul will be able to complete the tour as well as look into returning to make up these dates," the statement added.
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