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\n\tPaul Simon<\/a> has canceled two shows, tonight and tomorrow, June 28-29, at Philadelphia\u2019s Academy of Music. He announced the news via social media, just hours before Saturday\u2019s concert.<\/p>\n \n\t\u201cRegretfully, Paul Simon must cancel two shows tonight June 28 and tomorrow night June 29 \u2013 at Philadelphia\u2019s Academy of Music,\u201d reads a statement on his social media. \u201cPaul has been struggling with chronic and intense back pain. Today it became unmanageable and demands immediate attention.<\/p>\n \n\t\u201cUnfortunately we have to cancel these shows at this time, as we don\u2019t have the ability to reschedule them,\u201d the statement continued. \u201cHowever, we are hopeful after this minor surgical procedure, which has been scheduled in the next few days, Paul will be able to complete the tour as well as look into returning to make up these dates.\u201d<\/p>\n \n\tThe post directed those with tickets for the canceled shows to contact the point of purchase or local ticket provider to receive a full refund.<\/p>\n \n\tIn addition to his back ailments, Simon has suffered another health issue in recent years. In 2023, Simon revealed<\/a> he was suffering major hearing loss<\/a> and has since worked on ways<\/a> to adapt so that he can continue to make and perform music.<\/p>\n