SINGER Amy MacDonald has postponed her sold-out Hydro gig due to fears around rising numbers of Covid cases.
The Bishopbriggs star took to social media to share her disappointment. She said: "I’m so sorry to everyone - we tried everything to make the gig happen. We were left stuck between a rock and a hard place, but ultimately the safety of the fans and crew has to come first.
"This has been such a stressful week for me and all of my team and we’re so sorry not to be able to put on a show for you tomorrow. Have a wonderful Christmas, here’s hoping 2022 is a little brighter - we’ll see you in March."
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Promoters DF concerts confirmed that the gig will now take place on March 18, 2022.
A statement from the company said: "DF Concerts and OVO Hydro announce that Amy Macdonald’s sold out show at OVO Hydro, Glasgow due to take place on Friday 17th December 2021 has been rescheduled and will now take place on 18th March 2022.
I’m so sorry to everyone - we tried everything to make the gig happen. We were left stuck between a rock and a hard place, but ultimately the safety of the fans and crew has to come first. pic.twitter.com/CbLGGJWRpw
— 𝗔𝗠𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗖𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗗 (@Amy__Macdonald) December 16, 2021
"It's been a difficult 22 months for music fans, musicians and crew and following today’s announcements, in order to make sure fan safety and enjoyment is at the heart of the gig, the show has been rescheduled to March 2022.
"All fans are advised to hold on to their ticket which will be valid for the new date."
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