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In a surprise announcement, REO Speedwagon says they will stop touring due to “irreconcilable differences.”
The situation arose related to bassist Bruce Hall undergoing back surgery in November 2023.
The band said, in part, in a statement, “Bruce has intended to be back on the road again by now. If it were up to just him, he’d be back on tour … but it’s not up to just him. The consensus opinion was that he had not recovered sufficiently to be able to perform at the level the fans have come to expect.”
The statement continues, “Bruce never had any intention of retiring or walking away from the band, fans, and crew he has loved for almost 50 years. For Kevin [Cronin]’s part, he too has never had any intention of leaving the band, and the fans and crew mean the world to him, as well.”
The statement concluded, “Due to this complex situation, irreconcilable differences arose between Bruce and Kevin. So, it is with great sadness that we announce REO Speedwagon will cease touring effective January 1, 2025.”
