Dave Mason, one of the founding members of the rock band Traffic, has announced he will retire from touring. <\/p>\n
The news was shared in a post on Mason\u2019s official Instagram account<\/a>.<\/p>\n Mason\u2019s retirement is due to ongoing health challenges, according to the post.<\/p>\n \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,\u201d the statement reads.<\/p>\n The news comes after Mason was forced to cancel his 2025 tour dates earlier this year, stemming from an infection in March, according to a post on his Facebook<\/a> page. <\/p>\n During retirement, Mason will continue to pursue other creative projects, including an upcoming children\u2019s book and unreleased music, according to the statement. <\/p>\n Mason, a singer-songwriter and guitarist, co-founded Traffic in 1967 with fellow members Jim Capaldi, Steve Winwood and Chris Wood.<\/p>\n The band became known for hit singles \u201cHole in My Shoe\u201d and \u201cFeelin\u2019 Alright?\u201d <\/p>\n Mason was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame <\/a>in 2004 as a member of Traffic.<\/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