Whitesnake had to cut their set short last night when they performed at the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver, CO as David Coverdale was experiencing pain in his throat. The band has released the following statement:


"Unfortunately, last night [August 11] at the Red Rocks Amphitheater, Denver, Whitesnake had to cut their performance short due to Mr. [David] Coverdale
experiencing considerable pain in his vocal cords. He was immediately
taken to a specialist for examination. The specialist discovered that David
was suffering from severe vocal fold edema and a left vocal fold
vascular lesion. He was instructed to cancel all performances for the
next two weeks and then undergo a further examination. The doctors told
us we were fortunate this was caught at a stage where no apparent
permanent damage has been caused. We therefore regretfully have to
announce that Whitesnake will not be appearing on the remainder of the U.S. tour with Judas Priest. Whitesnake sincerely regrets any disappointment this may cause."