Glenn Hughes, rock and roll Hall of Fame inductee and former bassist for Deep Purple, has announced his retirement from touring and live performances.

The decision follows medical advice after multiple diagnostic tests revealed the need for open-heart surgery.

Hughes confirmed the decision in a statement, emphasizing that health is his top priority.

The announcement marks a significant shift in the career of one of metal’s most respected bassists.

The retirement follows a period of health challenges, with Hughes undergoing a series of MRIs, CT scans, and an echocardiogram.

According to medical reports, the results indicated a requirement for surgical intervention, leaving no alternative but to step back from live performances.

In a separate development, the final solo album of original material by Paul Di’An ino, the original lead singer of Iron Maiden, is now available on colored vinyl.

The release, titled Warhorse, is distributed globally via BraveWords Records.

The album has been described as 'tight as fuck' and features heavy metal that demands full attention.

It is available worldwide through the BraveWords Records store.

This announcement comes as a major update in the metal community, highlighting both a personal health decision and a new release from a legendary figure in the genre."