The Hollies have officially called it a day. And perhaps, like many, you didn’t even realize a version of that classic rock band was still performing. Yet the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted group had endured in some form and continued to tour since 1962 — including two members who go back virtually to the inception of the band, lead guitarist Tony Hicks and drummer Bobby Elliott.
\n\nNow, due to health concerns, Hicks has had to step away from the group. And in sympathy, Elliott has also decided it is time to retire. And with that, the group’s six-and-a-half-decade tenure is finally coming to a close.
\n\nAn announcement posted by the group on social media Thursday read: “Due to health reasons, Tony has decided to step away from touring. Out of respect for Tony and everything they have shared throughout their remarkable journey together, Bobby has also decided to retire from touring. After more than six decades, the Hollies’ touring career will come to a close with immense gratitude to the fans who have supported them around the world.”
\n\nHicks is 80, and Elliott is 84. Both joined the Hollies in 1963, shortly after the group’s inception and prior…
Original source: https://variety.com/