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Alex Dunne

Aslan 3Arena gig postponed due to 'setback' with Christy Dignam's health

Aslan have postponed their 3Arena gig this Saturday due to a "setback" with Christy Dignam's health.

The gig at the 3Arena was set to celebrate 40 years of the legendary Finglas band, with a "lot of special guests joining them on stage" according to guitarist Billy McGuinness. However, ticket holders were told today that the gig would have to be pushed back after doctors told Christy, who is battling the incurable rare blood disease amyloidosis, that it was "not advisable" for him to perform.

They said: “Everything was going so well coming up to our 3Arena show and Christy was doing great. However, he has suffered a set-back with his treatment, and we have now been instructed by his doctors that it is not advisable for Christy to perform this Saturday.

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"Christy, Joe, Alan, and Billy are beyond devastated to have to share this news with you. We are working to find a new date at 3Arena, so do hold on to your tickets, as they will be fully valid for the rescheduled date.

"As you all know, Christy’s health is priority and we also have to respect his privacy at these times."

Heartbroken fans were universal in wishing Christy well on social media. One said: "So sorry to hear Christy is not well. Wishing you a speedy recovery Christy. God bless you."

Another wrote: Get well Christy, your health is the most important thing." And a third said: "Sorry to hear that, hope Christy is well again soon."

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