Image: Knocked Loose Live [Jonas Tellkamp, @bookings_always_closed]
As is well known, Knocked Loose are currently on a European tour supporting Metallica—we have already reported on their setlist here. However, it hasn't been easy at all for the band, as health obstacles arose right at the start of the tour. Just shortly after the tour began, singer Bryan Garris was diagnosed with idiopathic facial paralysis (Bell's palsy). The left side of his face and his tongue are numb, yet Garris continues to play the tour despite medical advice to rest. He posted a picture of an acupuncture session on social media, seemlingly taking care of himself as best as possible despite touring.
As if that wasn't enough, just a few days later, guitarist Isaac Hale was hit by a car. Accompanied by a photo showing a bandage and a thumbs-up, a social media post stated:
"Tour update got hit by a car yesterday felt bad but got this boba after and it was really good."
But he, too, can still be seen on stage. After all, this tour is no small matter, but a major milestone in their entire band history so far. Nevertheless, we wish them a speedy recovery!
