Classic Rock Band Uriah Heep Starts A Long Goodbye Tour

British rock legends URIAH HEEP are the following classic rock band to start on their lengthy farewell tour in 2025. The last tour, " The Magician's Farewell," is expected to kick off next February. It will run for approximately two or three years and include performances worldwide.

Announced (Thursday, September 19), URIAH HEEP guitarist Mick Box released a video message in which he said, as I transcribed it for you: "Hello there. It's Mick from the mighty HEEP. And who can believe next year is 55 years since the band started, and that's just so amazing. I know many of you have been with us since the beginning, and we thank you for that. It means the world to us.

Uriah Heep is a rock band formed in London in 1969. Their current lineup consists of guitarist Mick Box, keyboardist Phil Lanzon, lead vocalist Bernie Shaw, drummer Russell Gilbrook, and bassist Dave Rimmer.

The group initially featured vocalist David Byron, guitarist Mick Box, keyboardist, guitarist, and vocalist Ken Hensley, bassist Paul Newton, and drummer Alex Napier.

The band has released over 25 studio albums, comprising 15 singles, 20 live albums, and 41 compilation albums. The band's best-selling album is Sweet Freedom, which was released in 1973 and sold more than 6 million copies worldwide.

Uriah Heep are an interesting band. They were incredibly influential, with bands such as Iron Maiden, Queen, Dio, Death, and King Diamond citing them as influences.

URIAH HEEP debuted in 1970 with the release of one of hard rock's milestones, "Very 'Eavy, Very 'Umble," and has since sold over 40 million albums worldwide. They have constantly toured the world, playing up to 125 annual shows to more than 500,000 fans. The band's live set features classic tracks from the '70s and is a musical journey from the band's beginnings to the present day.

Tour dates will be announced in February 2025, and the trek is considered extensive.

Original member Mick Box says, "Over the next two to three years, we intend to play as many places as possible and see you all for the one last time,” he explained. "On behalf of the band and myself, I wanna thank you all for the continued support you have always given us. It means the world and so much to us, and I wanna thank you for that.”

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