\u201cFor those who have attended a Dave Mason concert, you know the standard of excellence he demanded of himself and his band. One of Mason\u2019s proudest achievements was keeping his performances entirely live and authentic\u2014no backing loops, no overdubbed vocals, none of the \u2018smoke and mirrors\u2019 often used to dilute the truth of a performance,” a statement<\/a> said. \u201cOnstage, he was the real deal. Offstage, he embodied the consummate road dog, fully devoted to the work and the life he loved.\u201d<\/p>\n Mason, a former member of Traffic and Fleetwood Mac, had more than 20 shows scheduled in July and August, including an Aug. 6 concert at the Clayton Opera House in Upstate New York.<\/p>\n \u201cWith deep regret, I must cancel all tour dates for 2025 due to ongoing health issues stemming from the infection I had in March,\u201d Mason said in June. \u201cA heartfelt thank you to all the fans, and to my family, band, agents and the venues who\u2019ve waited patiently and supported me throughout this journey. Your kind messages have lifted my spirits more than words can express. Recovery is a long road. My love for you all runs deep.\u201d<\/p>\n Mason, 79, is an English singer-songwriter who first rose to fame with the classic rock band Traffic, singing lead vocals on hits like \u201cFeelin\u2019 Alright?\u201d and \u201cHole in My Shoe.\u201d He also had solo hits with \u201cOnly You Know and I Know\u201d and \u201cWe Just Disagree.\u201d<\/p>\n Mason was also briefly a member of Fleetwood Mac, contributing to the 1995 album \u201cTime\u201d and touring with the band in the mid-\u201990s. Mason additionally worked as a session musician for artists like Michael Jackson, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Steve Winwood, \u201cMama Cass\u201d Elliott, and Jimi Hendrix.<\/p>\n \u201cHis imprint on rock music is undeniable and monumental,\u201d a rep said in a statement.<\/p>\n Mason is expected to continue creative projects in his retirement, including an upcoming children\u2019s book and plan to share unreleased tracks from his decades-long career.<\/p>\n Mason was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame<\/a> in 2004 as a founding member of Traffic. He released a memoir, \u201cOnly You Know & I Know,\u201d last year, and most recently released a solo album, \u201cA Shade of Blues,\u201d in March.<\/p>\n \u201cHe retires from touring a happy man with a heart full of gratitude to his band members, business colleagues, and especially his legions of fans who made his life one of deep satisfaction and fulfillment. The immensity of his joy remains solid as he steps back from the stage,\u201d the statement continued. \u201cDave Mason\u2019s legacy is a testament to the enduring power of rock n\u2019 roll and to a man who has followed his passion with authenticity and joy for more than six decades. His music will continue to inspire and resonate for generations to come. <\/p>\n If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement<\/a> and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and\/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A rock n\u2019 roll legend has retired from touring after 60 years. 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Dave Mason performs live in 2023. (Photo by Rob Grabowski\/Invision\/AP)Rob Grabowski\/Invision\/AP<\/p>\n