Deep Purple frontman Ian Gillan, 81, was hospitalized following a medical emergency, forcing his band to cancel two upcoming tour dates.

The British rock group — which also includes guitarist Simon McBride, bassist Roger Glover, drummer Ian Paice and keyboardist Don Airey — announced the cancellations on Instagram Saturday, saying they were doing so “with great disappointment.”

The band said it would be “unable to perform” Saturday night at the QI Arena in Leipzig, Germany, as well as Sunday evening at the Sporthalle in Hamburg.

“This comes as a result of a medical emergency involving Ian Gillan, which has resulted in his current hospitalisation [sic],” the statement read.

“We understand that this announcement comes at short notice and share the disappointment of all our wonderful fans that we are unable to perform in Leipzig and Hamburg,” they added.

The band stated that they are focused on finding “suitable” dates to reschedule both shows, noting that all previously purchased tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled performances.

“With the greatest love and respect … Deep Purple x,” the statement concluded.

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