Bruce Hornsby Cancels July 4th Empire State Plaza Show Due to Voice Problems

Albany, N.Y. (WRGB) — With only three days until the July 4th celebration at Empire State Plaza, Grammy-winning artist Bruce Hornsby has announced he won’t be able to perform due to vocal issues. Organizers are now urgently searching for a replacement.

Hornsby was scheduled to headline the July 4th show, with his performance set for 8 p.m., just before the fireworks display.

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On Monday, Bruce Hornsby announced on Facebook that he and his band are canceling their July 4th concert in Albany due to “vocal issues.”

“Due to a vocal issue that is affecting Bruce’s ability to sing and speak, we regret to announce changes to our June and July tour schedule. Unfortunately, we have to cancel the shows in Albany and Hammondsport. We are disappointed but look forward to continuing with the rest of the performances,” the post read.

The rest of the event will proceed as scheduled, taking place from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday.

The New York State July 4th Celebration, sponsored by Price Chopper/Market 32, is one of the biggest Independence Day events in the area.

It’s not clear when a replacement will be found or who it will be.

Conclusion

Bruce Hornsby, scheduled to perform at the Empire State Plaza on July 4th, had to cancel his show due to issues with his voice. Fans were disappointed as they looked forward to his performance. Organizers are now working on finding a replacement artist, but it’s uncertain who will step in. The event, known for its festive atmosphere, will continue as planned with adjustments to the lineup. Hornsby expressed regret over missing the opportunity to perform for his fans on Independence Day.

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