Paul ‘Bonehead’ Arthurs to Miss Tour Leg for Cancer Treatment
The musician Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs has revealed he will be absent from a leg of his band’s reunion tour as he begins treatment for prostate cancer.
Tour Dates Affected
The 60-year-old musician, a original member of the group, confirmed he will be unable to play at the scheduled shows in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney.
The show in Seoul is set for 21 October, with subsequent dates in 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 online statement, he disclosed 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 found to have prostate cancer. The good news is I’m reacting very positively to treatment, which allowed me to participate in this incredible tour.
“Now, I am needing to take a planned break for the next phase of my treatment, so I’ll be unable to attend the concerts in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney. I’m really sad to be absent from these events but I’m feeling good and will be back prepared in time for South America.”
Previous Health Challenge
This is not his first health battle. In 2022, Arthurs revealed he had been found to have tonsil cancer.
At that time, he stated: “Just to inform everyone I’m going to be pausing from performing for a while. I have been diagnosed with a tonsil cancer. But the good news is it’s treatable and I will be beginning a treatment plan soon.”
Career Highlights
Arthurs was a member in the band The Rain with the frontman in the start of the 90s before they brought in the frontman’s sibling, Noel, who subsequently demanded they adopt a new name.
He recorded three records with the band, including the landmark Definitely Maybe and (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, before departing in 1999 during the recording of the next record, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants.
Arthurs subsequently became part of Liam Gallagher’s band temporarily and has often performed live with Liam during his individual projects, including at the Reading and Leeds festivals in 2021.
He also established the group his own band and served as a broadcast presenter after his time with the group.
