Luke Bryan Cancels Several Tour Dates Due to Unknown Illness

Story By Joe Frank

Image credit: getty images Aug 14 2023

Luke Bryan had to cancel his concert in Brandon, Mississippi, on August 13 due to an undisclosed illness.

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Bryan announced the cancellation on his social media pages, expressing regret and citing doctor's advice.

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He had previously canceled and postponed shows in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Boise, Idaho.

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Bryan had also pulled out of his appearance at the Watershed Festival in George, Washington.

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Despite the illness, Bryan performed a show in Rogers, Arkansas, on August 10 and another in Nashville, Tennessee, on August 12.

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During the Nashville show, it was evident that Bryan's vocals were strained, particularly during the 24-song setlist.

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He will conclude his two-year Las Vegas residency with six shows at The Theatre at Resorts World starting on December 29.

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Following the Vegas shows, he will have four nights in Cancun, Mexico, for an event called Crash My Playa.

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Luke Bryan released a new song titled "Southern and Slow," co-written by Matt Dragstrem, Josh Thompson, and Chase McGill.

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The song "Southern and Slow" reflects on the simplicity of life's moments and Bryan's desire to slow down and savor them.

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