To answer the original question, short of being dead, I play. I do this for several reasons. One, the venue has usually put a fair amount of advertising out. Two, we have a very large and loyal following. Three, the other members of my band count on the income and unless I am in the saddle, the band cannot play. So I tuck it in and find the way to get it done. I will usually let the venue operators know I am very ill, but not the audience.

The show must go on.

All the best,

Mick