REFUSED frontman Dennis Lyxzén suffered a “massive” heart attack, leading to the cancellation of the band’s scheduled performance on Friday, June 14, at Stockholm’s Rosendal Garden Party.
The 51-year-old Swedish musician shared the news earlier today on Instagram, writing: “This morning, I had a massive heart attack in my hotel room. It was extremely painful and incredibly scary.
“Thanks to the wonderful doctors and nurses at Uppsala Hospital, I’m still here to fight another day.
“Under the circumstances, I feel okay—sore, tired, and really shaken up.
“I really hate canceling shows, but the doctor said no rock for a couple of weeks. This means that the @refused show at @rosendalgardenparty is not happening. It’s a complete bummer as I was really looking forward to it. But hopefully, I/we will be able to make it up to you soon.
“The good news is that with medication, I can get back to my rocking self hopefully sooner than later.
“Life is weird and precious. Take care of each other and tell your loved ones that you love them.”
When REFUSED’s participation in Rosendal Garden Party was first announced in March, the show was billed as the band’s “final festival” performance in their home country.
Rosendal Garden Party will feature headlining performances from THE CARDIGANS, M.I.A., and MASSIVE ATTACK. Other scheduled performers include Grace Jones, TURNSTILE, RAYE, SAINT LEVANT, and THE HEAVY.
