Reg Presley of the Troggs announces cancer battle and retirement

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added: 26 Jan 2012 // by: VVN Music 

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Reg Presley, lead singer of the Troggs, has announced that he is suffering from lung cancer and retiring from the music business.

On the group's official website, Presley wrote:

As you all know I was taken ill whilst doing a gig in Germany in December. During my stay in hospital tests showed that in fact I have lung cancer. I am receiving chemotherapy treatment and at the moment not feeling too bad.

However I've had to call time on The Troggs and retire. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for the cards and calls and for your love, loyalty and support over the years.

A big thank you to Jackie for running the fan club and keeping you all up to speed, and a huge and special thank you to Chris, Pete and Dave.

I shall miss you all.

Lots of Love

Reg.

The group formed in 1964 and had a series of hits in both the U.S. and Britain including Wild Thing, With a Girl Like You, I Can't Control Myself and Love is All Around.

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Robin Gibb cancer battle latest

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added: 22 Jan 2012 // by: VVN Music 

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Robin Gibb is still in a fight for his life, undergoing an eight-week course of chemotherapy designed to treat his liver cancer.

Gibb was trying alternative therapies suggested by his wife, Dwina; however, it eventually became apparent that he needed to go back to a more conventional treatment. According to the Daily Mail, he has just completed the eight-week treatment of chemotherapy and had hoped to attend a charity event this past Wednesday night but was too ill. His spokesman, Mick Garbutt, told the paper "He would have absolutely loved to be here in person, but unfortunately that simply hasn't been possible with his health. It is true to say he is very unwell, but he's an incredible man and enjoys lots of support from his close circle of friends and family, and particularly from his wife Dwina. While he can still use his profile to raise awareness for issues close to his heart he will always do so."

In brighter news, Robin has written his first piece of classical music which will premier on April 10 in London. Written with his son, R.J., the piece salutes those who lost their lives on the Titanic. The April event will include a performance of the piece by the Royal Philharmonic along with a hologram showing the boat, the sea and the iceberg.
The album of the composition will be released on March 19. The pair have also written a memorial to the first world war although no premier date is scheduled.

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Robin Gibb �determined� to beat cancer

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added: 20 Jan 2012 // by: newsdesk 

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Robin Gibb is 'fighting hard' to win his battle with liver cancer.

The 62-year-old Bee Gees musician is undergoing chemotherapy treatments after being admitted to hospital with the disease two months ago.

British newspaper The Mirror reports that although Robin is incredibly ill, his fighting spirit keeps loved ones optimistic about his recovery.

'[Robin] is receiving regular chemotherapy and fighting hard,' Mick Garbutt, Robin's spokesman and friend, said at the Rock The House project charity launch event on Wednesday. 'He is also heading home to be with his family at every possible opportunity as that's where he feels comfortable, but the reality is that he is very unwell.'

Robin is receiving an abundance of encouragement from his kin and from fans during this difficult period.

Although he is so ill, Robin's philanthropic efforts remain a top priority for him.

'He's determined to keep supporting good causes which he believes in strongly even as he fights this terrible illness,' Mick added. 'The support he has been receiving from fans has been fantastic ' he's a national treasure really. While he can still use his profile to raise awareness for issues close to his heart he will always do so.'

Rock The House is a charity that offers amateur acts the opportunity to perform at the British House of Commons. The organisation also supports the intellectual property rights of UK artists.

Robin is reportedly responding well to treatment and has exceeded the doctors' expectations.

The musician is hoping to attend the debut of his classical piece The Titanic Requiem performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in early April.

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Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi diagnosed with cancer

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added: 10 Jan 2012 // by: VVN Music 

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Tony Iommi, guitarist with Black Sabbath from 1969 to 2006 and once again from 2011 to today, has been diagnosed with early stage lymphoma.

The following was posted on both Black Sabbath and Iommi's official sites:

With the news that Black Sabbath´s Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with the early stages of lymphoma, his bandmates would like everyone to send positive vibes to the guitarist at this time. Iommi is currently working with his doctors to establish the best treatment plan--the 'IRON MAN' of Rock & Roll remains upbeat and determined to make a full and successful recovery.

This comes as Black Sabbath--Ozzy Osbourne (vocals), Tony Iommi (guitar), Geezer Butler (bass) and Bill Ward (drums)--are writing and recording their first album in 33 years in Los Angeles (still set for release this fall) with producer Rick Rubin. They will now go to the UK to continue to work with Tony. Further information will be released as it becomes available.

The group is scheduled to start their world tour on May 18 in Moscow and to headline the Download Festival on June 8 to 10 in Donnington Park, England.

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