US star Usher has been forced to cancel the first date of his new ‘Past, Today, Future’ tour which was due to start this Wednesday at the last minute. August 14 in Atlanta, his hometown. The 44-year-old singer cited health reasons, explaining that he needed rest to allow his body to recover. An announcement that shocked and disappointed his fans, which was announced only 12 hours before the start of the show.
Usher prioritizes health to ensure quality services
In a message published on social networks, Usher he wanted to apologize to his audience, while justifying his decision. He explained that he has always loved to give the best of himself on stage to offer his fans an unforgettable experience.
However, his current health did not allow him to perform the first concert in the best conditions.
“I don’t want to disappoint you fans who have been looking forward to this tour for a long time. I wouldn’t be the man on stage if I didn’t give you the best of myself.”he expressed earnestly.
A highly anticipated comeback after the success of his new album and the Super Bowl
Postponing this first date is much more frustrating for fansUsher that the singer is currently in the midst of an artistic renaissance. After two exclusive residencies in Las Vegas in 2021 and 2023, he released his 9th studio album last February, “Coming Home”which received excellent critical and commercial reception.
Two days after the album was released, Usher he brilliantly performed the spectacular halftime show of the Super bowlproving that he was still one of the greatest actors of his generation.
An almost year-long marathon tour across the United States and Europe
If this first performance is cancelled, Usher intends to honor the dozens of dates planned during this marathon tour that must last until April 2025. The artist must first travel to the United States until the end of the -November, before flying to the United Kingdom and Europe in the spring of 2025.
He is particularly expected for three shows in London, one in Amsterdam, one in Berlin and one in Paris on April 15, 2025 at theAccor Arena. The French fans hope that the singer will have recovered by then to offer them a concert, which is worthy of his great talent.
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