“Uriah Heep Guitarist Announces Band Will Keep Touring After 2025 UK Farewell Tour”
“Uriah Heep Guitarist Announces Band Will Keep Touring After 2025 UK Farewell Tour”
January 25, 2025 – London, UK
In a surprising twist, legendary Uriah Heep guitarist Mick Box has revealed that despite the band’s upcoming 2025 UK farewell tour, Uriah Heep will continue to tour internationally after the conclusion of their final shows in Britain. The news comes as a shock to fans, as the 2025 tour was initially billed as the band’s final UK performances, marking the end of an era for the iconic rock group.
Speaking during an exclusive interview at the band’s rehearsal space in London, Box addressed the future of Uriah Heep, stating, “The 2025 UK farewell tour is certainly a significant milestone for us, but it’s not the end. We’re still gonna be touring, and we’re still gonna be rocking around the world.”
Box, who has been a member of Uriah Heep since its formation in 1969, explained that while the UK tour would serve as a closing chapter for their home country, the band plans to continue performing in Europe, the United States, and beyond. He emphasized that the group’s commitment to live performances remains strong, despite the challenges of their age and the changing landscape of the music industry.
“We’ve been a band for over five decades, and the desire to perform hasn’t waned. We’ve got a lot of fans who still want to hear us play live, and we’re not ready to hang up our guitars just yet,” Box added.
The announcement has generated mixed reactions from fans. Many are disappointed that the band will be stepping away from their native UK but are thrilled by the prospect of more international shows. Uriah Heep has been known for their relentless touring schedule over the years, bringing their blend of progressive rock, hard rock, and heavy metal to audiences across the globe.
“We’re so grateful to our UK fans who have supported us through thick and thin, but the world is still out there, and we’ve got plenty of life left in us,” Box continued. “We’re not retiring; we’re evolving. We’ll be playing shows all over the place, and we’ll continue to give it our all.”
The 2025 UK farewell tour will include stops in major cities such as London, Manchester, and Glasgow, and is expected to feature a career-spanning setlist with hits like “Easy Livin’,” “Lady in Black,” and “The Magician’s Birthday.”
With the band’s international future now secure, Uriah Heep fans can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that while the UK may see the last of the band for now, their worldwide journey is far from over.
