Why are The Hollies ending touring?
The Hollies have ended their touring career because their two remaining classic-lineup members, guitarist Tony Hicks and drummer Bobby Elliott, have retired after around 63 to 64 years with the band. Hicks, in his 80s, stepped back for health reasons, while Elliott, also in his 80s, chose to retire alongside him in solidarity [1, 2, 4]. With no original members left, this effectively brings the touring band's run to a close [3].
Sources
- The Hollies end touring as final classic members retire — American Songwriter
- The Hollies Break Up as Final Two Members of Classic Lineup Retire — Consequence
- The Hollies Call It Quits After 64 Years — Stereogum
- The Hollies Officially Call It Quits, as Last Two Members of Classic 1960s Lineup Retire After Being in Band for 63 Years — Variety
- The 1969 song that made Graham Nash join Crosby, Stills, and Nash: “I knew instantly” — Far Out
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