British singer/songwriter sensation Adele is going under the knife for throat surgery. After a bout of laryngitis, she had to cancel her US concerts the beginning of October. In a recent statement, Adele apologized for having to cancel all concerts and appearances until further notice, in order to properly treat her vocal cord hemorrhage and recuperate fully. Otherwise, she said, she risked “damaging [her] voice forever.”
Adele who, early in her career, had been compared to other soul singers, such as the late Amy Winehouse, doesn’t appreciate being lumped together with other female singers, and responded: “We’re a gender, not a genre.” She’s established herself as a unique singer with breathtaking vocals, which are now at stake unfortunately.
Two time Grammy winner Adele has been making waves internationally, but is especially appreciated in her own country. British Prime Minister Gordon Brown even went so far as to send her a personal note, expressing his gratitude. Adele was touched by the letter which said: “with the troubles that the country’s in financially, you’re a light at the end of the tunnel.” She quipped: “I’m fighting the credit crunch on my own!”