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Paul Simon Recovering From Successful Back Surgery After Canceling Tour Dates


Paul Simon is on the mend after canceling two shows from his A Quiet Celebration tour to undergo minor back surgery.

Paul Simon at the 2021 Global Citizen Live concertEverett Collection On Thursday, the 16x Grammy winner updated his fans with a statement after having the procedure to “alleviate severe back pain that he has been experiencing for some time,” but he will have to push his return to the tour by one more day. “However, it has become clear he will need one additional day of rest and recuperation to insure he is able to perform at the top of his ability in Long Beach.” A Quiet Celebration features music from his 2023 album Seven Psalms, as well as notable hits from his solo career and Simon & Garfunkel.

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