Keith Urban had to cancel his scheduled concert on Thursday night, October 16, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina, due to laryngitis.
The 57-year-old country star received medical advice to rest his voice after symptoms that began earlier in the week.
The venue released a statement confirming the cancellation: “Keith Urban has been advised by laryngologist Dr. Jaylen Garrett, of the Vanderbilt Voice Center, to cancel his concert in Greenville, South Carolina tonight at Bon Secours Wellness Arena due to laryngitis that began earlier this week.
He has been placed on complete vocal rest and Dr. Garrett is optimistic that he will return to the stage for his show in Nashville.
Fans who purchased tickets through Ticketmaster will automatically receive refunds. Those who purchased tickets from third-party sellers are encouraged to contact their original point of purchase.
Urban also expressed his regret in a heartfelt message: “Hi Greenville, I’m so sorry I had to cancel the show…. I know all the logistics it takes to get to a concert these days and I didn’t take any of that or any of you for granted. I’m looking forward to getting back there when we can!!!!!”
The singer is expected to return to the stage on Friday night, October 17, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Its final show of the year is scheduled for October 31 at the Boots on the Bayou Festival in Gonzales, Louisiana.
Urban recently removed a song from his playlist that was believed to be a reference to Nicole Kidman following news of their divorce.