Sir Mick Jagger has tested positive for coronavirus, prompting the Rolling Stones to cancel their show in Amsterdam on Monday.
The 78-year-old singer began to develop symptoms when he arrived at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in the Dutch capital in the early hours of the day.
The band, which also features guitarist Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood, with Steve Jordan on drums, is on their Sixty tour, which consists of 14 shows in 10 European countries.
This Friday they will perform in Bern, Switzerland, and Milan, Italy, on Tuesday, June 21, before an appearance in London on Saturday, June 25.
A statement on behalf of the band said: “The Rolling Stones have been forced to suspend tonight’s concert in Amsterdam at the Johan Cruijff ArenA, after Mick Jagger tested positive after experiencing symptoms of Covid on arrival. at the stadium.
“The Rolling Stones deeply regret the postponement of tonight, but the safety of the audience, fellow musicians and the touring band must take precedence.
“The show will be rescheduled for a later date. Tickets for tonight’s show will be rewarded for the rescheduled date. Waiting for details.”
Jagger apologized to Dutch fans of the band on Twitter.
He wrote: “I am very sorry that we had to postpone the Amsterdam show so little in advance tonight.
“Unfortunately, I just tested positive for Covid. We aim to reschedule the date as soon as possible and get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Mick.”
Jordan is touring with the band after the death of drummer Charlie Watts, who died on August 24, 2021 at the age of 80.
The band returned to the UK stage at Anfield Football Stadium on Thursday last week and will also play two shows at London’s BST Hyde Park festival this summer.