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Coronas concert postponed after guitarist medical emergency

Published 4 June 2026

A concert by the Irish rock band The Coronas was postponed on Friday night after guitarist Lar Kaye suffered a suspected medical emergency on stage. The incident occurred just minutes into the sold-out performance at King John’s Castle in Limerick, Ireland, forcing the show to an abrupt halt.

The event was part of the Live at The Castle series taking place over the June Bank Holiday weekend. Crowds had gathered at the medieval riverside venue to launch the festivities with the band's performance. Shortly after the concert began, Kaye experienced the medical emergency and received immediate treatment from paramedics on site.

Approximately one hour later, frontman Danny O’Reilly returned to the stage to address the audience. He confirmed the show would not proceed that evening but pledged the band would return for a rescheduled date. O’Reilly explained the band's decision, stating that until they were certain Kaye was okay, it would not feel right to continue performing. He added that he had spoken briefly with Kaye, who was described as shaken and embarrassed by the incident.

O’Reilly indicated the band is looking to reschedule the Limerick concert for either July 10 or 11,...

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