Midge Ure has cancelled all of her upcoming tour dates due to an “urgent” health issue discovered during a routine medical check-up.
The Ultravox frontman, 71, will continue with solo shows scheduled for August but has announced a pause on all shows scheduled from September, affecting concerts in Australia, New Zealand, the US and Europe.
Midge released a statement saying that it was with “great sadness and difficulty” that he had to postpone his upcoming tour dates due to urgent medical treatment.
“During a recent routine check-up, doctors discovered a health issue that requires urgent treatment and a recovery period,” Midge said in a statement shared on Instagram.
“It is with great sadness and difficulty that I have to reschedule all performances scheduled from September.”
The Scottish singer-songwriter made the announcement on Wednesday, adding that while he is “truly sorry” for the disruption to fans’ plans, he remains “fully committed” to performing the remaining shows this month.
Midge Ure has cancelled all her upcoming tour dates over an ‘urgent’ health issue discovered during a routine medical check-up (seen last month)
The Ultravox frontman, 71, will continue with solo shows scheduled for August but has announced a break from all shows scheduled from September (the band pictured in the 1980s)
He said: “I know many of you travel long distances, often across borders, to attend shows, and I never take this support for granted.
“I am truly sorry for any inconvenience or disruption this may cause to your plans.
“I remain fully committed to all of the shows scheduled for this month, and I look forward to being there with you for as long as I can.”
Midge assured fans that her husband of two world tours, currently scheduled for May and June next year, is still “very much on.”
He said: “I am aiming to get back on the road as soon as possible. My team and I are working closely with the promoters to reschedule the affected dates.”
“I kindly ask that you respect your privacy and that of your family during this difficult time.”
Fans rushed to the comments to share well wishes.
They wrote: ‘Sending you and your family lots of love, strength and healing. Take all the time you need and be gentle with yourself. ❤️❤️,’;
Midge released a statement saying that it was with “great sadness and difficulty” that he had to postpone his upcoming tour dates due to urgent medical treatment (seen last month)
“During a recent routine check-up, doctors discovered a health issue that requires urgent treatment and a recovery period,” Midge said in a statement shared on Instagram.
Midge assured fans that her husband’s two world tours, currently scheduled for May and June next year, are still “very much going forward” (seen last month)
‘Much love, hugs, strength and recovery! We’ll see you soon. ♥️, ‘; “Take your time! Yes.. health is number one!! ❤️❤️❤️ Sending lots of love and healing vibes, ‘;
‘Wishing you a speedy recovery. Everyone will fully understand that you have to put yourself first in these circumstances. Sending positive vibes and good wishes. Hugs x, ‘;
“Take care of yourself and see you on the road when you’re ready,”; ‘My heart goes out to you, brother. Sending my love and support. ❤️❤️❤️, ‘;
‘I’m so sorry you’re going through this. I hope everything goes well and you recover quickly and well. Please take care.’
The star rose to prominence in the early 1980s as the frontman of Ultravox and later as a co-founder of Band Aid alongside Bob Geldof.
Fans rushed to the comments to share their wishes, writing: “Sending lots of love, strength and healing to you and your family.”
He co-wrote the charity single Do They Know It’s Christmas, released in 1984 to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia, and performed live the following year.
Previously in 2025, Midge reunited with Bob to receive a 40th anniversary tribute to the group’s AID initiative.
His best-known song, Vienna, released in 1981, famously reached No. 2 on the UK charts and was held off the top spot by Shaddap You Face—Joe Dolce’s latest single.
Fans are advised to contact local promoters for new dates as they are rescheduled.
