SHOCKING: Ritchie Blackmore Announces Surprise U.S. Tour Dates for 2025 with Blackmore’s Night Despite Recent Health Concerns
In a move no one saw coming, legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore has stunned fans worldwide by announcing a surprise U.S. tour with his folk-rock project Blackmore’s Night—just weeks after reports surfaced about his recent health scare and rumored retirement from public life.
The announcement came via a heartfelt video posted on social media early this morning, where Blackmore, seated beside wife and longtime collaborator Candice Night, confirmed the rumors himself.
“Yes, it’s true. Against all odds—and maybe some good advice—we’re heading back on tour,” he said with a smile. “The stage has always been home, and it’s time to go home again.”
The “Moonlight & Mandolins 2025 Tour” is set to kick off in September, with stops in major cities including New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and a special return to Nashville, where Blackmore famously recorded early sessions in the late ‘90s. Fans can expect an intimate set blending Renaissance-inspired folk, medieval ballads, and reimagined classics from Deep Purple and Rainbow.
The announcement has left fans both thrilled and concerned. Just last month, Blackmore was reportedly hospitalized after a minor cardiac episode during rehearsals in Germany. Though his team confirmed a stable recovery, most assumed live performances were no longer in the cards.
Candice Night addressed the concerns directly: “We wouldn’t be doing this unless Ritchie was fully ready. Music keeps him young—it’s the best medicine there is.”
Tickets go on sale June 15, and demand is expected to be astronomical.
While the future once looked uncertain, one thing is now clear: Ritchie Blackmore isn’t done playing yet. As fans around the globe celebrate the news, one sentiment echoes across social media—the wizard returns.