The guitarist Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs has revealed he will be absent from a leg of his group’s comeback concerts as he receives treatment for prostate cancer.
Concerts He Will Miss
Arthurs, 60, a original member of the group, confirmed he will not be performing at the scheduled shows in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney.
The Seoul concert is scheduled for 21 October, followed by Tokyo on 25-26 October, Melbourne on 31 October, 1 and 4 November, and Sydney on 7-8 November.
Health Update
In a online statement, he shared 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 positive aspect is I’m reacting very positively to treatment, which enabled me to take part 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 missing these shows but I’m doing well and will be returning ready to go in time for South America.”
Previous Health Challenge
This is not his first medical challenge. In 2022, Arthurs disclosed he had been diagnosed with a tonsil cancer diagnosis.
At that time, he wrote: “Just to let you all know I’m going to be pausing from performing for a while. I have been found to have tonsil cancer. But the positive news is it’s treatable 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 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 recording of the next record, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants.
Arthurs later joined Liam Gallagher’s band for a period and has frequently played live with Liam during his solo career, most recently at the UK music festivals in 2021.
He also formed the group Parlour Flames and served as a radio DJ after his time with the band.
