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Legendary Welsh singer Sir Tom Jones made a successful comeback to live performance on Sunday evening, delighting crowds at Discovery Festival in Dundee merely seven days after illness forced him to abandon a scheduled appearance.
The 85-year-old entertainer had withdrawn from a concert in Bremen, Germany the previous week after developing an upper respiratory infection that required medical attention and recuperation.
His recovery proved swift enough to honour his commitment at the Scottish waterfront venue, where he delivered an energetic performance that impressed attendees.
Festival-goers captured footage showing the veteran performer in excellent form, moving dynamically whilst delivering his vocals.
Tom Jones recently had to cancel a gig for health reasons
One admirer shared their enthusiasm on social media platform X, declaring: “Tom Jones in Dundee yesterday, just wow! 85yrs old and he still has it.”
The vocalist had announced his withdrawal from the Bremen performance with an apology to ticket holders for any disappointment and disruption caused by the sudden change.
He stated at the time that he “needed treatment and rest” to address the respiratory condition.
Despite the setback occurring just days before his scheduled appearance at the Dundee Waterfront, festival organisers remained optimistic about the Sunday performance.
Singer Tom Jones has seemingly recovered from his health condition
Discovery Festival representatives expressed their confidence, stating: “We have no concerns ahead of Tom Jones’ show on Sunday, July 27.”
Their assurance proved well-founded as the performer recovered sufficiently to take the stage as planned.
The cancelled German concert formed part of his current Defy Explanation tour, which commenced in June and continues through various British and European venues until late August.
The performer, renowned for classics such as It’s Not Unusual, Sexbomb and Delilah, appeared in robust health throughout the Dundee performance, maintaining an upright stance and incorporating movement into his act.
During a previous performance at Copenhagen’s Tivoli Gardens, he addressed his longevity with characteristic humour, asking the audience: “Is my voice still working? Yes? So as long as it’s here, I’m here.”
The Welsh crooner revealed to Metro last year that vocal failure would be his sole reason for retirement, explaining: “I wouldn’t like to shortchange an audience.”
He acknowledged physical limitations whilst emphasising his artistic priorities, noting that whilst mobility has decreased with age, his focus has shifted entirely to vocal performance rather than stage movement.
The performer’s illustrious career spans six decades, beginning with his breakthrough single It’s Not Unusual in 1965, which led to a Grammy Award for best new artist the following year.
Tom Jones recently apologised as he announced he’d had to cancel his
His commercial success includes more than 100 million records sold globally, alongside 36 chart entries in the UK’s Top 40 and 19 American hits.
Recognition for his contributions includes an MTV Video Music Award in 1989, dual Brit Awards for best British male artist in 2000 and outstanding contribution to music in 2003, plus a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 1989.
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The British government honoured him with an OBE in 1998, followed by a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II in 2006 for his musical achievements.