ILL Aussie rock legend Angry Anderson has been removed from the bill for the upcoming Rock The Boat cruise after it was confirmed he recently suffered a heart attack.
In fact Rose Tattoo was intended to perform on the cruise, which leaves Sydney on October 25, but will now not be doing so. Screaming Jets frontman David Gleeson is the Tatts’ replacement, as detailed in a lengthy statement from the promoters.
“Please be advised that Rose Tattoo will no longer be performing onboard the upcoming 2026 Rock The Boat voyage. We respect the privacy of Angry and his family during this time.”
The cruise then quoted an earlier statement from the Tatts about Angry’s health and added: “We send our love and best wishes to Angry, his family and the entire Rose Tattoo family at this difficult time. Angry and Rose Tattoo will always be part of the Rock The Boat family.”
Channel Seven has reported Anderson is still in Germany and family have flown there to be with him
In announcing the addition of Gleeson. the promoter said he was “a powerhouse rock vocalist and an iconic figure in the Australian music scene, known for his electrifying stage presence and commanding voice. “
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