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Deep Purple bassist Glenn Hughes cancels tour due to upcoming heart surgery
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Hughes, who is 74 years old, played bass and sang for Deep Purple in the 1970s.
Glenn Hughes, a former member of the rock band Deep Purple, has announced his retirement from touring and live performances. This decision comes as he prepares to undergo heart surgery. Hughes, who is 74 years old, played bass and sang for Deep Purple in the 1970s.
Further details about his health and retirement are available on his social media page. It is known that Hughes has been experiencing health issues over the past year, which have led to the need for open-heart surgery. Readers can find more information about Glenn Hughes' retirement and upcoming surgery through online news sources, including WSB-TV.
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Category: local Published: August 5, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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