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'Lots of tears' as devastated Christy Dignam advised by doctors not to perform 3Arena show

Aslan frontman Christy Dignam was left "devastated" when he and the band were advised not to perform their 3Arena show due to the musician's health

Dublin Live · Sep 14, 2022

Aslan 'beyond devastated' as 3Arena concert off due to Christy Dignam's health

They also reassured fans that the gig would go ahead at a later date and their number one priority is Christy’s health.

Irish Mirror · Sep 14, 2022

Aslan 3Arena gig postponed due to 'setback' with Christy Dignam's health

Ticket holders were told today that the gig would have to be pushed back after doctors told Christy, who is battling the incurable rare blood disease amyloidosis, that it was "not advisable" for him to perform.

Dublin Live · Sep 14, 2022

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Aslan assure fans Christy Dignam is 'doing great' following gig cancellations

The band cancelled their gig in Galway scheduled for July 30 – just days after they were forced to reschedule live performances in Kilkenny and Ballycotton.

Dublin Live · Jul 24, 2022

Aslan's Christy Dignam reveals people think he is faking being ill

The singer is battling amyloidosis, a rare blood disorder, since 2013 but has managed to keep the illness at bay to allow him to continue performing with the band

Dublin Live · Jul 11, 2022

Aslan frontman Christy Dignam hits out at RTE for playing only two songs

The 62-year-old – who was diagnosed with rare blood disorder, amyloidosis, in 2013, fumed: “Like the only two songs that are ever played by RTE is ‘This Is’ and ‘Crazy World’.

Dublin Live · Jul 6, 2022

Aslan frontman Christy Dignam says only God will retire him

He's not giving up any time soon

Dublin Live · May 15, 2022

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Guitar signed by Aslan's Christy Dignam being auctioned in aid of Ukraine

All the money from the Aslan signed martini acoustic guitar will go to the Red Cross Ukraine Fund

Dublin Live · Apr 14, 2022

RTE Late Late Show viewers raise €3 million for Irish Red Cross Ukraine appeal

The show saw Taoiseach Michael Martin, Aslan, Adi Roche and more talk about the war in Ukraine last night

Dublin Live · Mar 5, 2022

RTE viewers 'in tears' after Aslan star Billy McGuinness' emotional Dancing With The Stars tribute to Christy Dignam

'Is everyone else chopping onions too??'

Irish Mirror · Feb 13, 2022

Aslan's Billy McGuinness to dedicate Dancing With Stars performance to bandmate

The 61-year-old musician and his pro partner Hannah Kelly will take to the stage to the soundtrack of one of Aslan’s most iconic hits, Crazy World

Dublin Live · Feb 13, 2022

Aslan to play Dublin's 3Arena for first time ever as part of 40th anniversary tour

The Dublin rockers have announced a 19-date tour of Ireland

Irish Mirror · Feb 4, 2022

Aslan announce headline 3Arena concert to celebrate 40th anniversary

The much-anticipated-concert will take place on Saturday, September 17

Dublin Live · Feb 4, 2022

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