German power metal legends HELLOWEEN have announced the cancellation of their upcoming Asian tour dates after frontman Michael Kiske fell ill. The band was set to perform in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Taiwan in early December as part of their “40 Years Anniversary Tour”.
On Thursday, November 27, HELLOWEEN shared the news on social media, stating: “Dear pumpkinheads, we sadly have to announce that we are forced to cancel our planned Helloween concerts in (South) East Asia.
“During the recently completed European tour, Michael Kiske contracted acute pharyngolaryngotracheitis and asthmatic dyspnea with bronchitis and has been prescribed immediate bed rest by his doctor.
“We feel very sorry for our fans in Indonesia, Malaysia and Taiwan, but Michael‘s health has the highest priority for us, and in order to prevent a long term damage to his voice this step is unavoidable.
“We wish Michael a fast recovery and hope to be able to present our fans in (South) East Asia our mighty ’40 Years Anniversary’ show in 2026!”
The news comes as a disappointment for fans in Southeast Asia, who were eagerly awaiting one of the band’s most ambitious live productions. HELLOWEEN is currently promoting their latest album, Giants & Monsters, released in August via Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). The record, which follows their self-titled 2021 No. 1 album, has been hailed as the band’s most versatile and dynamic release to date.
Mixed at the renowned Wisseloord Studios in the Netherlands—home to legends such as IRON MAIDEN, JUDAS PRIEST, and DEF LEPPARD—Giants & Monsters further cements HELLOWEEN’s status at the forefront of the global metal scene.
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