Oasis Guitarist Paul Arthurs Will Skip Concert Series for Medical Care
The musician Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs has revealed he will miss a segment of his group’s comeback concerts as he undergoes treatment for prostate cancer.
Concerts He Will Miss
Arthurs, 60, a original member of the band, announced he will not be performing at the upcoming shows in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney.
The Seoul concert 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 social media post, he disclosed that he was found to have prostate cancer at the start of the year and is responding well to treatment.
“Early this year I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. The positive aspect is I’m responding really well to treatment, which allowed me to participate in this amazing 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 returning prepared in time for South America.”
Earlier Cancer Diagnosis
This marks his first health battle. In 2022, Arthurs revealed he had been found to have a tonsil cancer diagnosis.
At that time, he stated: “Just to let you all know I’m going to be taking a break from performing for a while. I have been found to have a tonsil cancer. But the good news is it’s manageable and I will be beginning a treatment plan soon.”
Musical Journey
Arthurs played in the band The Rain with the frontman in the start of the 90s before they recruited the frontman’s sibling, Noel, who later insisted they change their name.
He featured on three albums with the band, including the era-defining Definitely Maybe and (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, before leaving in 1999 during the recording of the fourth album, 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 solo career, most recently at the Reading and Leeds festivals in 2021.
He also formed the group Parlour Flames and served as a radio DJ after his time with the group.
