Stereo Pause: Kelly Jones’ Jaw Injury Forces Stereophonics to Cancel Tours
STEREOPHONICS SHOCKER: Kelly Jones' Jaw-Dropping Injury Forces Cancellation of Australian and Dubai Shows
In a devastating blow to fans Down Under and in Dubai, Stereophonics frontman Kelly Jones has been forced to cancel the band's upcoming shows in Australia and Dubai due to a painful jaw joint injury. The rock legend was set to perform five electrifying gigs in Brisbane, starting on October 18, followed by a show-stopping appearance at Dubai's Coca Cola Arena on October 29.
However, Kelly's doctors have advised him against traveling long distances while he undergoes physiotherapy to heal the injury. In a heartfelt statement on social media, Kelly shared the disappointing news with his devoted fans: "I am gutted, saddened and disappointed to inform you all that due to a displaced jaw joint (not caused by singing folks - just one of life's tense dizzying mysteries!)... The upcoming Australia and Dubai shows are cancelled."
Fear not, Stereophonics enthusiasts! Kelly assured fans that the UK tour in December will still go ahead as planned. "I have cancelled no more than 4 shows in 30 years and I hope you can trust this decision was not taken lightly," he said, emphasizing his commitment to delivering an unforgettable experience for his audience.
Kelly's jaw joint injury has left fans wondering what led to the unexpected setback. The singer-cum-songwriter tried to reassure everyone that it wasn't a result of over-singing: "Just one of life's tense dizzying mysteries!" However, it's clear that Kelly takes his craft very seriously and is prioritizing his health above all else.
For those with tickets to the cancelled shows in Australia and Dubai, don't worry! Refunds will be issued within 21 days. The band's UK tour promises to be an unforgettable experience, kicking off in Nottingham on December 4 and wrapping up at The O2 in London on December 18. Get ready for a night of non-stop action with Stereophonics!
Kelly Jones' Jaw-Dropping Career Highlights
This isn't the first time Kelly has faced a setback. In July, the band played two homecoming shows at Cardiff's Principality Stadium, but Kelly reflected on his incredible 33-year career in an interview with The Sun earlier this year. "We've had the opportunity to go on the road with all of our idols," he revealed. "We were very, very lucky to be on David Bowie's last tour. The Rolling Stones, Red Hot Chili Peppers, U2 – they all took us on tour."
One particularly surreal moment for Kelly was having Ronnie Wood perform at his wedding. "It's just f*ing ridiculous really," Kelly quipped. "They are the moments I will take with me, because they are things that I thought were never achievable." We can't help but agree - what a rockstar life it must be!
A Life of Love and Music
Kelly has been married twice: first to graphic designer Rebecca Walters in 2003, with whom he had two children before their split in 2007. In 2013, he tied the knot again with journalist Jakki Healy, and they also have two children together. With a loving family and an illustrious music career spanning over three decades, Kelly Jones is indeed living his dream.
As Stereophonics' debut album Word Gets Around marks its 30th anniversary in August 2027, Kelly seems to be taking it easy: "I'm not sure if we will make a big deal of it. It seems like every two years there is an anniversary for one record or another." We can't wait to see what the future holds for this talented musician and his beloved band.
Sources:
- TheScholarlyNote.com