Deep Purple's Glenn Hughes continues NZ tour after illness cuts Christchurch gig shortSUPPLIED Former Deep Purple rocker Glenn Hughes' show at Horncastle Arena was cut short on Tuesday night. Former Deep Purple bassist Glen Hughes will continue his New Zealand tour after doctors said he was suffering from dehydration and fatigue. But a statement from tour publicist Sandra Roberts said Hughes "has been given a clean bill of health and the all clear to continue his New Zealand tour". Hughes spent the night in a Christchurch hospital after leaving the stage at Horncastle Arena with 15 minutes left of his set. READ MORE:* Former Deep Purple singer Glenn Hughes: 'It was sex, drugs and rock and roll'* Kiwi drumming great anchors slick Deep Purple Project​Were you at the Glenn Hughes concert in Christchurch?

Source: Stuff September 26, 2017 11:03 UTC