Michael Kiwanuka reveals stroke recovery, announces new album Fudge
The Mercury Prize-winning singer disclosed a severe brain bleed caused by high blood pressure months ago and faces uncertain touring future.
What to know
- Kiwanuka suffered a stroke months ago caused by a bleed in his brain triggered by high blood pressure; he described the brain injury as "quite severe" and faces extensive rehabilitation.
- He missed recent US tour dates supporting Mumford & Sons due to recovery, with uncertain prospects for returning to touring.
- He simultaneously announced his fifth album, Fudge, which was recorded before the stroke and was previously scheduled for release last year.
- He credited NHS staff and medical professionals for his care and recovery support.
“I want to say a special thank you to all the incredible NHS staff and every single medical professional who has helped care for me and continue to help and encourage me in my recovery.”
Michael Kiwanuka · Instagram (via Evening Standard) ↗
Michael Kiwanuka Singer-songwriter, Mercury Prize winner
Lauren Laverne BBC Radio 6 Music presenter
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BBC Radio 6 Music presenter Lauren Laverne sends well wishes
Following Kiwanuka's announcement, BBC Radio 6 Music presenter Lauren Laverne replied publicly with support for his recovery.
“So sorry to read this, Michael. What a time you must have had. Really glad you have good care and wishing you a full recovery asap. One day at a time. Xx.”
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Kiwanuka reveals stroke diagnosis and announces album Fudge
In an Instagram post, Kiwanuka disclosed he suffered a stroke months earlier caused by a bleed in his brain from high blood pressure. He described the brain injury as "quite severe" requiring significant rehabilitation and explained his recent missed tour dates. He simultaneously announced his fifth album, Fudge, which was recorded before the stroke.
“A few months ago I suffered a stroke brought on by a bleed in my brain brought on by high blood pressure. The brain injury I suffered was quite severe so there's a lot of rehab to be done, it's a long, tough journey ahead but I'm fighting to get better.”
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first by BBC, 11h ago · also Guardian, BBC Entertainment
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Kiwanuka suffers stroke from brain bleed caused by high blood pressure — The 39-year-old singer experienced a stroke triggered by a bleed in his brain caused by high blood pressure, which he later described as "quite severe." He did not publicly disclose the incident at the time.
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Kiwanuka cancels live shows citing continued illness — He cancelled all live shows on medical advice, with the cancellation attributed to "continued illness," without specifying the underlying cause at that time.
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first by Evening Standard, 11h ago · also NME
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