Nov 13, 2012
Machine Head must exit their current North American tour with Dethklok, All That Remains and Black Dahlia Murder due to matters completely beyond their control.
Frontman Robb Flynn must have emergency surgery. Flynn had planned to go under the knife in January after completing the tour as he has been playing through the pain of a double inguinal hernia since the tour started in October. He had hoped to continue the tour despite extreme discomfort, but it's become too difficult to continue on. Flynn will undergo surgery tomorrow, Wednesday, November 14 in Minneapolis before returning home to California to recover, rest and recuperate. Machine Head will rejoin the tour in Portland, OR.
Machine Head extends its regrets to fans, the other bands, and the other crews for having to leave the tour prematurely.
Below is Flynn’s statement about his health and the tour.
“I've been toughing out an inguinal hernia below my waistline since June of last year, and a few months ago got a second hernia in my nuts. What basically happens is my guts drop into my nuts, and it looks like I have a third testicle (man, I can hear the jokes already!) It hasn't been that painful, and I've gone to the doctor a few times to take care of it, but he said after surgery I probably couldn't sing for a few weeks, and since that wasn't going to happen, I scheduled it for January when I had a break.
Unfortunately, after the last few shows, my guts have been very swollen and hard to push back in. Yesterday, the pain was excruciating and I went to the emergency room last night. They said that I need surgery.
I will be doing my damnedest to rejoin the tour in a couple weeks. Thanks to all the fans, bands, and crew for understanding. I'm determined to see you all soon and finish what has been a great freakin tour!"
Upcoming Dates
- Spokane, WA US Jun 24
- Portland, OR US Jun 26
- Fresno, CA US Jun 28
- San Bernardino, CA US Jun 29
- Mountain View, CA US Jun 30
- Boise, ID US Jul 02
- Auburn, WA US Jul 03
- Phoenix, AZ US Jul 05
- Albuquerque, NM US Jul 06
- Denver, CO US Jul 07
Leave a comment (12 Responses)
deeptubes // November 15, 2012 12:17:08 AM UTC
We'll catch you later. Get well.
ThatMetalGirl // November 14, 2012 9:05:01 PM UTC
Your health comes first man. Hope you can make it to Philly. We've been patiently waiting since Halloween! Get well soon. \m/(-_-)\m/
gballa1230 // November 14, 2012 1:00:05 PM UTC
I was fortunate enough to see you guys a few days ago in Pittsburgh and you, Mr. Flynn played your balls off....all 3
sorry i couldn't resist.
Get well soon and look forward to seeing you guys again.
Kaii // November 14, 2012 12:07:14 PM UTC
Hope you get well soon Mr General!!! I know that feeling of passing through an operation, the next three days are hard... But it's less hard with the suport of all your fans!
Best wishes, Robb!
Fuckin Fimpe. // November 14, 2012 9:52:02 AM UTC
Best wishes for you and the band.
The inspiration and strength you show and share through your music, is admireable and makes hard times less painful. MH is one of my fave bands and in respetc i lay mee down. Stay Heavy & Strong.
monsthar // November 14, 2012 5:37:03 AM UTC
Get well soon Robb!!! I know you will! you have an incredible strenght to recover from everything. Rest and relax, you will be soon rocking again on the road! GOOD LUCK!!!!
Bay Area Metalmama // November 14, 2012 4:40:41 AM UTC
Get well soon Robb!!! These things are no fun. I know your a work horse when it comes to your fan and the music, but get better first.!!!The fans and the music will be there for you always!! The Bay Area metal family needs for you to get well!!!Sending good vibes your way!!!
meerkatofddom // November 14, 2012 1:25:09 AM UTC
I hope your recovery is speedy Rob i won't be at the tour since im from the Uk but when you do get back over here, ill be wanting a ticket or two
Undesirable Fan // November 14, 2012 12:41:18 AM UTC
Robb, take care of yourself. I was/am really, really looking forward to seeing you in Atlanta again, but taking care of your own health is the most important thing you can do. We'll still be here once you recover, so go ahead and have surgery and get some good pain meds. My sister has had multiple surgeries for recurrent hiatal and paraesophageal hernias (holes in your diaphragm where you end up with your stomach in your chest cavity might be even worse than having an extra nut), so I know that shit's no joke. Take care man. \m/
Poeticwaste // November 14, 2012 12:19:53 AM UTC
Hope you heal fast and strong Robb.
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