Long-running heavy metal titans Satan have announced that vocalist Brian Ross will undergo a “major, life-saving preventative surgery” this spring, forcing the band to postpone all scheduled performances for the remainder of 2026.
In a statement shared via social media, the band wrote: “Fans and friends, with a heavy heart, we must announce a break from scheduled performances. Our singer, the inimitable Brian Ross, has just learned that he must have a major, life-saving preventative surgery in April/May 2026.
“His recovery will take several months. This sadly means that Satan is forced to postpone all planned concerts for 2026, with the exception of this week’s shows in Spain which will go ahead as planned.
“This is not what we wanted, but we trust that you all want Brian to take care of his health, recover fully and come back stronger and more powerful than ever in 2027 Thank you so much for your unwavering love and support!”
While the news comes as a disappointment to fans, the band emphasized that Ross‘s health and full recovery are the top priority. The remaining Spanish shows scheduled for this week will proceed as planned, after which Satan will step away from the stage for the rest of the year.
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