Oasis Guitarist Paul Arthurs to Miss Concert Series for Cancer Treatment
The musician Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs has announced he will miss a segment of his group’s comeback concerts as he undergoes treatment for a prostate cancer diagnosis.
Tour Dates Affected
The 60-year-old musician, a founding member of the band, announced he will be unable to play at the upcoming shows in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney.
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 social media post, he disclosed that he was diagnosed prostate cancer at the start of the year and is reacting positively to treatment.
“Early this year I was found to have prostate cancer. The good news is I’m responding really well to treatment, which allowed me to take part in this incredible tour.
“Now, I am having to take a planned break for the next phase of my care, so I’ll be unable to attend the concerts in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney. I’m very disappointed to be absent from these events 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 revealed he had been found to have tonsil cancer.
At that time, he wrote: “Just to let you all know I’m going to be taking a break from playing 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 was a member in the band The Rain with the frontman in the early 1990s before they brought in the singer’s brother, Noel, who later insisted they adopt a new name.
He featured on three albums with the band, including the era-defining Definitely Maybe and (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, before departing in 1999 during the production of the next record, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants.
Arthurs subsequently became part of Liam Gallagher’s band temporarily and has often performed on stage with Liam during his individual projects, including at the Reading and Leeds festivals in 2021.
He also established the group his own band and served as a radio DJ after his time with the group.
