Michigan Alabama concerts postponed due to medical issues

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Jeff Cook, from left, Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry from the American country music band Alabama. (Photo by Donn Jones/Invision/AP)

GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Alabama, the Country Music Hall of Fame group, has postponed it’s concert tour due to a member’s medical issues.

Alabama announced Wednesday, Aug. 21 that the “50th Anniversary Tour” would be postponed, including a date set for Friday, Aug. 23 at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids and Sept. 13 at the Fox Theater in Detroit.

The group’s lead singer, Randy Owen, has had ongoing complications with cluster migraines and vertigo, according to a statement from the band.

“The ’50th Anniversary Tour’ has been very special to us. The support of the fans and their energy at all of our shows has led to some of the most fun we’ve ever had onstage," the group said in the statement.

"As disappointed as myself, Randy, and Jeff are to have to postpone this tour for all of our incredible fans, we know that Randy’s recovery is what is most important for everyone at this time. We would like to thank our fans, promoters, and venues and we look forward to seeing you all soon.”

The Detroit date is actually a rescheduled date from January, when the group was forced to postpone a Jan. 10 concert because of a different medical issue.

Rescheduled dates for the tour will be announced at a later date.

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