Depeche Mode cancel six shows due to Dave taking ill

Depeche Mode have been forced to cancel six shows on their Sounds of the Universe tour due to further complications from singer Dave Gahan's severe bout of gastroenteritis. Dave is currently undergoing further tests. Depeche Mode apologise to all their fans for this inconvenience and wish Dave a speedy recovery. Further information will be released in due course. Dave fell ill with a severe bout of gastroenteritis shortly before he was due onstage in Athens which resulted in his immediate hospitalization. At this stage, Dave's primary concern is to return to full health and resume the tour...

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Istanbul cancelled *updated*

After canceling last nights show in Athens at the last minute, Purple Concerts, the band's promoter in Turkey has announced that tomorrow's show in Istanbul will also be canceled. A full Associated Press report, as well as the official statement from DepecheMode.com is posted below. ATHENS, Greece – Depeche Mode lead singer David Gahan is not well enough to perform in Athens on Wednesday, concert organizers said, a day after he was rushed to hospital moments before he was to appear on stage. Turkish organizers also canceled the band's Thursday night concert in Istanbul. Tuesday night's concert...

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