The Beach Boys' summer of good vibrations has hit a snag, with the legendary American band rescheduling their remaining tour dates to give founding member Mike Love a much-needed break. The 85-year-old rock icon, who's been touring non-stop across North America and Europe, is taking some time out to "recharge" his batteries – and the news has left fans worried sick! The decision affects performances originally set for late July through to early September, with the band now plotting their return in late September.
Love, the sole original member still rocking on stage, is putting his health first after a gruelling touring schedule that's had some critics raising eyebrows. A statement from Love himself revealed that "playing for you is the highlight of our summer every year... To keep the good vibrations going strong, we'll be taking a short break to recharge before getting back on the road in September." It seems like a sensible move, especially after a series of cancelled dates earlier this year due to an unspecified illness.
But Love's not the only one feeling the strain. His vocal performance at a recent concert was described as "reduced to a whisper" – and fans are hoping that some time off will do him the world of good. Don't worry, though: all tickets purchased for the affected summer concerts will be honoured for the rescheduled performances, so you can still catch your favourite band in action.
It's been a tumultuous few months for The Beach Boys, what with the passing of beloved frontman Brian Wilson in June and the long-awaited release of their experimental album 'Adult/Child' announced back in January. But one thing remains constant: Love's unwavering dedication to the music that's defined a generation.
The band will reconvene on September 24 in Springfield, Massachusetts, before embarking on further stops across North America – including Cincinnati, Nashville, Calgary, and Orlando. So mark those calendars, folks, because The Beach Boys are back... and ready to rock!