Oasis Guitarist Paul Arthurs to Miss Tour Leg for Medical Care
The guitarist Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs has announced he will miss a portion of his group’s comeback concerts as he begins treatment for a prostate cancer diagnosis.
Concerts He Will Miss
The 60-year-old musician, a original member of the band, announced he will be unable to play at the upcoming shows in Tokyo, Seoul, Sydney and Melbourne.
The Seoul concert is scheduled for 21 October, followed by Tokyo on 25-26 October, Melbourne on 31 October, 1 and 4 November, and Sydney on 7-8 November.
Statement on His Condition
In a social media post, he shared that he was found to have prostate cancer at the start of the year and is reacting positively to therapy.
“Early this year I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. The positive aspect is I’m reacting very positively to treatment, which enabled me to participate in this incredible tour.
“Now, I am needing to take a planned break for the subsequent stage of my care, so I’ll be unable to attend the gigs in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney. I’m very disappointed to be absent from these events but I’m doing well and will be returning prepared in time for the South American leg.”
Previous Health Challenge
This is not his first medical challenge. In 2022, Arthurs disclosed he had been found to have a tonsil cancer diagnosis.
At that time, he wrote: “Just to let you all know I’m going to be taking a break from performing for a while. I have been diagnosed with tonsil cancer. But the good news is it’s treatable and I will be beginning a course of treatment soon.”
Musical Journey
Arthurs played in the band The Rain with Liam Gallagher in the start of the 90s before they recruited the singer’s brother, Noel, who later insisted they adopt a new name.
He recorded three albums with the group, including the landmark Definitely Maybe and (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, before leaving in 1999 during the recording of the fourth album, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants.
Arthurs subsequently became part of Liam Gallagher’s band for a period and has frequently played live with Liam during his individual projects, most recently at the Reading and Leeds festivals in 2021.
He also formed the group his own band and served as a broadcast presenter after his period in the band.
