Anubis Gate have cancelled their ProgPower USA XVI appearance. This is an unfortunate situation the band has handled with class and professionalism. I wish them nothing but the best. The following is their official statement by Kim Olesen:
Dear Anubis Mates,
I have recently been diagnosed with a deep depression and panic anxiety (meaning that I suffer from heavy panic attacks). It is with the greatest of regrets that I have had to realize that I am simply not well enough to go through the logistics of playing so far away from home. I was looking enormously forward to playing in front of you all, indeed it would have been a highlight of my career as a musician. And, of course, I was also looking forward to meeting so many people I know from social medias, it would have been a hangout that I would cherish for the rest of my life. But the reality is that even though I am in treatment and the depression side of things has seen progress, the panic anxiety is taking much longer to subside than I had anticipated and hoped for. My doctor and therapist's verdict is clear; the risk I would be taking is that my condition could become a chronic condition.
I am glad that my fantastic bandmembers Henrik, Michael and Morten have been supportive through what is a very hard time for me, as has my family, friends and all other relations as well. I understand how disappointed everyone will be with this (not least myself) but I also take comfort in the fact that Anubis Gate fans are the best fans and supporters any band could wish for.
I am already in discussions with a replacement band. I would ask patience while the process plays out, please. I also ask that fans temper their expectations in terms of who will be take the slot. I have every intention to replace a prog band with a prog band. However, keep in mind the festival date's proximity along with the lower slot placement limits my realistic options.
cheers,
Glenn
Dear Anubis Mates,
I have recently been diagnosed with a deep depression and panic anxiety (meaning that I suffer from heavy panic attacks). It is with the greatest of regrets that I have had to realize that I am simply not well enough to go through the logistics of playing so far away from home. I was looking enormously forward to playing in front of you all, indeed it would have been a highlight of my career as a musician. And, of course, I was also looking forward to meeting so many people I know from social medias, it would have been a hangout that I would cherish for the rest of my life. But the reality is that even though I am in treatment and the depression side of things has seen progress, the panic anxiety is taking much longer to subside than I had anticipated and hoped for. My doctor and therapist's verdict is clear; the risk I would be taking is that my condition could become a chronic condition.
I am glad that my fantastic bandmembers Henrik, Michael and Morten have been supportive through what is a very hard time for me, as has my family, friends and all other relations as well. I understand how disappointed everyone will be with this (not least myself) but I also take comfort in the fact that Anubis Gate fans are the best fans and supporters any band could wish for.
I am already in discussions with a replacement band. I would ask patience while the process plays out, please. I also ask that fans temper their expectations in terms of who will be take the slot. I have every intention to replace a prog band with a prog band. However, keep in mind the festival date's proximity along with the lower slot placement limits my realistic options.
cheers,
Glenn
