Metal Anarchy

Savatage’s Jon Oliva has confirmed that he will not be joining the band during their set at the Monsters Of Rock festival in São Paulo, Brazil. The musician is unable to perform due to a variety of health issues including Multiple Sclerosis and Ménière’s disease.

Oliva said the following:

“Hello Savatage Fans

This is Jon Oliva. I want to set a few things straight for everyone. First of all, I am very excited for Johnny, Chris, Zak, Jeff & Al to play again. I feel it’s important for the fans to enjoy our music live, and believe me these guys will kick ass.

As far as I go, I was going to do these shows but unfortunately, I’ve run into more health issues. I want you all to know that if there was any way I could do these shows I would, but my health issues are more serious than I originally thought. As most of you know I fractured my spine in 3 places and have recently been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis as well as Meniere’s Disease. My doctors are working with me to get healthy again.

I am working closely with the guys and will be involved in every other aspect of the show. I am 100 percent behind the guys doing this and I promise I will return asap.

In the meantime, I am working in the studio on new material I love you all and thank you for understanding my situation, I know my brothers will deliver the goods.

Enjoy Sava Legions

Much love to you all

Jon Oliva”

[via Blabbermouth]