MIAMI,April 1,2024 – Fans heading to the heavy rock cruise setting sail from Miami on April 12th are facing a lineup shakeup: TNT guitarist Rolf Ågrim Tekrø will be unable to perform due to a serious medical condition. the 62-year-old musician is currently undergoing treatment in Norway,and his doctors have advised against long-haul flights for the next six months.
Guitar Legend Sidelines for health Reasons
The Norwegian guitarist will miss the upcoming heavy rock cruise while focusing on recovery.
- TNT guitarist Rolf Ågrim Tekrø is receiving medical treatment in Norway.
- He is unable to travel for at least six months due to doctor’s orders.
- the band explored replacement options but ultimately decided against them.
- Tekrø expressed gratitude for the support and hopes to return to the stage later this summer.
According to a message posted on the band’s social media, every effort was made to find a substitute guitarist, but those plans were ultimately scrapped. The band expressed their thankfulness for the understanding of fans, organizers, and everyone involved.
Did you know?– Rolf Ågrim Tekrø co-founded TNT in 1982 and is celebrated for his distinctive guitar style, blending hard rock with melodic elements. He remains a central figure in the Norwegian rock scene.
What is the status of TNT’s upcoming cruise performance? TNT’s guitarist, Rolf Ågrim Tekrø, will not be joining the band on the heavy rock cruise departing from Miami, Florida, on April 12th, as he focuses on his health.
Tekrø himself released a statement saying, “I really appreciate all the love and support, and I look forward to returning to the TNT stage late in the summer when the treatment is over.”
The five-day cruise aboard the Norwegian Joy will also feature performances by over 40 othre bands and artists, including Black Label Society, Night Ranger, Queensrÿche, The Darkness, Slaughter, Lita Ford, Great White, and Quiet Riot, with stops in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.
The band concluded their message by writing, “We greatly appreciate the understanding, support and patience of the fans, the organizers and everyone involved during this time.”
Reader question– What are your thoughts on bands continuing performances without a key member? How vital is the original lineup to the overall experience?
Did you know? Rolf Ågrim Tekrø is a highly respected guitarist known for his work with TNT,a Norwegian hard rock band formed in 1982.
