Rod Stewart cancels US gigs ahead of Glastonbury

Editor’s Note: For fans holding tickets, this is obviously disappointing news—but it’s also a reminder of how grueling touring can be, especially for artists like Stewart who are still performing well into their later years. His honesty about the toll of the flu humanizes the often-glamorized world of live music, and it raises questions about how the industry supports aging performers. Plus, with Glastonbury looming, all eyes are on whether he’ll bounce back in time for the iconic festival.