Acclaimed Dutch guitarist Adrian Vandenberg has called off his previously announced “My Whitesnake Years” U.S. tour, which had been scheduled for August 2026. The trek was set to kick off on August 3 in New Bedford, Massachusetts, and feature an all-star lineup that included renowned guitarist Vinnie Moore and veteran bassist/vocalist Marco Mendoza. The tour was intended to celebrate decades of classic hard rock, highlighting music associated with WHITESNAKE, THIN LIZZY, UFO, Ted Nugent, and more.
Adrian released the following statement via social media: “Amigos, Never in my roughly 50 year long career as a touring guitar player have I had to cancel a show or tour. Not even when in 1987 I had my face totally ripped open in an early morning traffic accident in New York. I still played the show that evening because I didn’t want to miss playing a sold out show at Madison Square Garden. Needless to say I’m really, really sorry to have to announce that I’m strongly urged by the medical specialists involved to not do this upcoming USA tour at this point. Right now, it would just be too soon after a bacterial infection invaded my body, which needs to get taken care of right away. Those creepy bad boys need to get their treacherous asses kicked out of my body [as soon as possible]. I’m in great expert hands in the hospital and things are fortunately moving in the right direction. But, as always, these kind of things will need some time. Our management and USA agency Paramour Group are already working on rescheduling this tour. And of course, you’ll be kept up to date. See you guys soon!”.
Adrian, get well soon!
