The manager of the legend that is Etta James has confirmed that the singer is presently in a stable condition in the Cedars-Sinai hospital in Los Angeles, following complications arising from abdominal surgery she had back in mid-June. The 69 year old was due to take part in a tour with BB King and Al Green this summer, but will now be unable to make any appearances before late August.
Manager Lupe De Leon is quoted as saying: "If it had been left solely up to her, she would have checked herself out of the hospital and started the tour regardless. However, her doctor advised that were she to do so, it would put her at very great risk. We feel confident by postponing her participation until Aug 23, she will be in good shape to put on the kind of performance that Etta James' fans know and love".
In the meantime, Chaka Khan will fill in for her at the upcoming gigs.