Oasis Guitarist Paul Arthurs Will Skip Concert Series for Cancer Treatment
The guitarist Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs has revealed he will miss a portion of his band’s reunion tour as he undergoes treatment for a prostate cancer diagnosis.
Tour Dates Affected
Arthurs, 60, a original member of the group, confirmed he will not be performing at the scheduled shows in Tokyo, Seoul, Sydney and Melbourne.
The show in Seoul 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 online statement, he shared that he was diagnosed prostate cancer earlier this year and is reacting positively to therapy.
“Early this year I was found to have prostate cancer. The good news is I’m reacting very positively to treatment, which allowed me to participate in this amazing tour.
“Now, I am having to take a scheduled pause for the next phase of my care, 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 back ready to go in time for the South American leg.”
Earlier Cancer Diagnosis
This is not his first health battle. In 2022, Arthurs disclosed he had been diagnosed with tonsil cancer.
At that time, he stated: “Just to let you all know I’m going to be pausing from playing for a while. I have been diagnosed with a tonsil cancer. But the positive news is it’s treatable and I will be starting a treatment plan soon.”
Career Highlights
Arthurs was a member in the band The Rain with Liam Gallagher in the early 1990s before they recruited the singer’s brother, Noel, who later insisted they change their name.
He recorded three records with the band, including the landmark Definitely Maybe and (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, before departing in 1999 during the production of the fourth album, 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 established the group his own band and served as a broadcast presenter after his time with the band.
