On 12 February 2018, Glenn Tipton revealed that he had Parkinson’s disease and would step down from touring. According to the band, the disease’s progression left him unable to play the more challenging material. Tipton stated that he was still a member of the band despite his diagnosis and did not rule out future on-stage appearances. Andy Sneap was then announced as his replacement for the tour. Richie Faulkner later assured fans that Tipton would perform with the band “at some point in the tour.” At the 20 March 2018 show in Newark, New Jersey , Tipton joined the band on stage to perform “Metal Gods”, ” Breaking the Law ” and ” Living After Midnight “, then ” Victim of Changes ” and “No Surrender” on later dates. He continued to appear for encores throughout the remainder of the Firepower World Tour .
On 12 February 2018, Glenn Tipton revealed that he had Parkinson’s
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