A double whammy.
Singer Mick Jagger (78) has tested positive for Covid-19, prompting the cancellation of the Rolling Stones concert scheduled for Monday night in Amsterdam, according to organizers and the band, who have promised a new date. will be announced.
The concert was to take place at the Johan-Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam.
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— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) June 13, 2022
Mick Jagger apologized to him on his Twitter account for having to cancel the concert on "such short notice", and promised to decide on a new date as soon as possible.
"The safety of the public, other musicians and the touring team must be a priority", underlined on Twitter the group, which said it was "deeply sorry".
Tickets purchased will remain valid for the new date.
A European tour in ten countries
The Rolling Stones began a European tour in Madrid at the beginning of June to celebrate their 60th anniversary.
It must in particular take them to Milan, London, Brussels and France, where two dates are planned (Lyon on July 19, Paris on the 23rd), before in principle ending on July 31 after 14 concerts in ten countries.
This tour is done without Charlie Watts, historical drummer who died in 2021, replaced by newcomer Steve Jordan, during a year 2022 loaded with symbols for the group.
In addition to his 60th birthday, he is also celebrating the 50th anniversary of one of his iconic albums, “Exile on Main Streemort”.