The band has since canceled two tour dates in Louisiana “due to band illness and doctor advisement.”
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Kansas vocalist Ronnie Platt has revealed he’s been diagnosed with thyroid cancer.
Its contained to my thyroid.
Ronnie Platt.Credit:John Lamparski/Getty
I just have to have my thyroid removed.
Go through some rehab time and be right back in the saddle.
I have some absolutely amazing people going to bat for me!!
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So everyone like CARRY ON!
They added, The band apologizes for the inconvenience and hopes to be back on the road soon.
All tickets will be refunded at point of purchase.
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The band has also postponed two Oklahoma concerts in Catoosa and Durant from February to November.
“Right now, we’re all focused on supporting Ronnie through this.”
The singer and keyboardist has since been featured on Kansas 2016 albumThe Prelude Implicitand 2020sThe Absence of Presence.
Kansas completed their 50th anniversary tour last year.
