Depeche Mode cancel Minsk show as Dave Gahan is hospitalisedJuly 18, 2017 - 18:32 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Depeche Mode were forced to cancel their gig in Minsk, Belarus last night (July 17) after singer Dave Gahan was taken ill and subsequently hospitalised. According to reports in the Russian media, the illness appears to be “gastrointestinal”, Gigwise said. It now looks likely that concerts scheduled for Kiev, Ukraine (July 19) and Warsaw, Poland (July 21) may also be affected. A statement on the band’s website reads: “We regretfully announce that due to band member illness, Depeche Mode will be unable to perform tonight's show at Minsk Arena in Minsk, Belarus. “We are currently looking at all options to reschedule this show for later in the tour. We expect to be able to give an update on this within the next week. “We ask all fans holding tickets for tonight's show to stand by for further information regarding the rescheduling of the show and/or refunds. Our apologies to all fans in Minsk and we thank you for your understanding and patience.” Russian media reports that an announcement made to fans at the Minsk Arena who were told: “Dave Gahan will not be able to perform at the concert because of an intestinal disorder.” The Belarus Ministry of Health confirmed Gahan’s hospitalisation but refrained from making any further comment on his diagnosis and health status. A representative said: “He is being treated, the necessary medical assistance is being provided.” Depeche Mode are currently on massive world tour to promote their new album, Spirit. They return to the UK in November to play Manchester Arena (17), Birmingham Arena (19) and London’s O2 Arena (22). Top stories The creative crew of the Public TV had chosen 13-year-old Malena as a participant of this year's contest. She called on others to also suspend their accounts over the companies’ failure to tackle hate speech. Penderecki was known for his film scores, including for William Friedkin’s “The Exorcist”, Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining”. The festival made the news public on March 19, saying that “several options are considered in order to preserve its running” Partner news | European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24 PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |