Oasis Guitarist Paul Arthurs to Miss Tour Leg for Medical Care
The musician Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs has revealed he will be absent from a portion of his group’s comeback concerts as he begins treatment for prostate cancer.
Tour Dates Affected
The 60-year-old musician, a founding member of the band, confirmed he will not be performing at the upcoming shows in Tokyo, Seoul, Sydney and Melbourne.
The Seoul concert is set 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 online statement, he disclosed that he was diagnosed prostate cancer earlier this year and is responding well to treatment.
“Early this year I was found to have prostate cancer. The positive aspect is I’m responding really well to treatment, which allowed me to participate in this incredible tour.
“Now, I am having to take a planned break for the subsequent stage of my treatment, so I’ll be missing the gigs in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney. I’m very disappointed to be absent from these events but I’m feeling good and will be back prepared in time for the South American leg.”
Earlier Cancer Diagnosis
This is not his first medical challenge. In 2022, Arthurs revealed he had been diagnosed with tonsil cancer.
At that time, he wrote: “Just to inform everyone I’m going to be taking a break from playing for a while. I have been found to have tonsil cancer. But the good news is it’s manageable and I will be beginning a course of treatment soon.”
Career Highlights
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 change their name.
He featured on three records with the band, including the era-defining Definitely Maybe and (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, before departing in 1999 during the production of the next record, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants.
Arthurs later joined Liam Gallagher’s band for a period and has often performed on stage with Liam during his individual projects, most recently at the UK music festivals in 2021.
He also formed the group his own band and served as a broadcast presenter after his time with the band.
