U2 Cancel Berlin Concert Mid-Show After Bono Loses His Voice

The singer is seeking medical advice.

Thousands of U2 fans were left disappointed on Saturday night when the Irish rock band pulled the plug on a gig after playing just a handful of songs.

The group were four songs into the gig at Berlin’s 17,000 capacity Mercedes-Benz Arena when lead singer Bono told the crowd that he couldn’t continue after losing his voice.

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Apologising to the audience, he told them: “I think we can’t go on. It’s not right for you.”

After initially being told there would be a short pause, fans were then informed that the band would not be returning to the stage.

In a statement on their official website, the band said: “Bono was in great form and great voice prior to the show and we were all looking forward to the second night in Berlin, but after a few songs, he suffered a complete loss of voice.

“We don’t know what has happened and we’re taking medical advice.”

It was the second night of the European leg of U2′s Experience + Innocence tour, which had kicked off at the same venue on Friday night.

U2 fan Paul Jones told the BBC: “During the fourth song, Red Flag Day, Bono’s voice deteriorated massively - he said it was something to do with the smoke that was set off.”

Another fan shared a video of the gig, which showed Bono telling fans he was “so sorry”.

“I’m sure this is not a big, big problem - but I’m going to have to do something.” he said. “If people want to go home, that’s fine - we’ll play another show for you another time.”

The singer said he needed a short break “to find out what’s happening” but then did not return.

A rescheduled date has yet to be announced.

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