Arctic Monkeys announce gig cancellation days before headlining Glastonbury
Arctic Monkeys have announced that their upcoming live show in Dublin has been cancelled.
Alex Turner's illness has also called into question their much-hyped appearance at Glastonbury, with concerns growing that the group will cancel their headline set on Friday.
The show in Ireland will not be rescheduled and ticket holders will be issued refunds.
It was the band's only performance in the country as heartbroken fans are forced to miss out.
Rocker Alex has been struck down by acute laryngitis meaning it was impossible for them to perform.
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Alex Turner has laryngitis - and the show cannot go onThe Sheffield quartet were set to play Marlay Park on Tuesday night.
“We are extremely sorry to announce the cancellation of Arctic Monkeys’ show at Marley Park in Dublin Tomorrow,” the update said.
“Alex is suffering from acute laryngitis, and following medical advice, has been ordered to rest.
“Alex and the band apologise for the huge disappointment this will inevitably cause to all their Irish fans.
"Full refunds will be credited back to the ticket purchaser’s account by Ticketmaster within the next six working days.”
Glastonbury Festival fears are growing with the band due to headline on Friday (Matt Cardy/Getty Images)The band’s Glasto set is due to take place on the Pyramid Stage from 10pm.
Arctic Monkeys kicked off the tour on Friday at Emirates Stadium and concluded with a performance last night.
Fans wished the star a speedy recovery on social media.
“Absolutely gutted, really hope Alex gets better soon and that all is good for Glastonbury,” one fans wrote.
“Please come back to Dublin soon,” another put.
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