Tobias Forge recently spoke to fans after Ghost’s last-minute cancellation of their September 23 concert. In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), he issued an apology, explaining that food poisoning had forced the cancellation.

Despite the setback, the band returned to play their next scheduled show. “I feel better tonight. I’m so sorry about last night,” Forge said. “At the end of the day, I am just a gringo [Latin American term for ‘outsider’], coming here with my army, asking for too much.”

The frontman addressed the situation with humor, referencing a well-known phrase for traveler’s stomach troubles. “So no wonder I got hit by the curse of Montezuma [a colloquial term for traveller’s diarrhoea]!” he added.

Before Forge’s message, the band had already announced the cancellation, expressing regret and noting that his illness made it impossible to perform. They also confirmed that the September 24 and 25 concerts would go on as planned.

The Mexico City cancellation underscores the difficulties international touring musicians face when health problems arise. Even with careful planning, illness can disrupt schedules.

According to Metal Injection, the food poisoning forced Ghost to call off the first of their three Mexico City concerts, disappointing many fans who had eagerly awaited the Swedish band’s show.

Music MXdwn reported that Ghost’s management stressed the legitimacy of Forge’s illness, urging fans not to speculate. The statement clarified that the health issue was unavoidable and required immediate attention, eliminating any chance of proceeding with the show. Online, fan discussions highlighted support and understanding, reminding others that health challenges can impact anyone, regardless of profession.

Brave Words confirmed that Ghost remained committed to their subsequent Mexico City performances. Their successful return demonstrated both Forge’s resilience and the band’s dedication to fulfilling their commitments to fans.

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Ghost’s Tobias Forge recently chatted with Metal Hammer about his career in the music industry that span over 25 years. During the interview the frontman also opened up about his first impressions towards The Strokes. The singer shared why he initially hated the band by saying:

“I hated The Strokes when they first came out. Back then, everyone described them as being so natural, that they weren’t interested in being rock stars, and I was like, ‘No. They didn’t wake up looking like that.’ They chose to do that to be rock stars. And they can really play!”

Forge shared that he didn’t agree with public about what the band was about, so when their 2006 album ‘First Impressions Of Earth’ came out his perspective changed. Tobias added:

“Then when ‘First Impressions Of Earth’ came out it was like, ‘There you go! That’s what they really sound like!’ After that, I loved The Strokes, because they were showing they actually did love the music, but a lot of indie rockers treated it like it was their sell-out record.”

Although the album was critiqued for being The Strokes’ ‘sell-out record,’ Tobias shared that he was on board with that version of the band. The frontman had previously shared with Metal Hammer that Ghost also didn’t reach their success without criticisms and years of persistence. He explained:

“One thing that I felt proud over was the fact that we’ve been around for 12 years. We’ve made five records, a bunch of EPs, and I am glad there seems to be a song that has a way of sucking people in. And if they go into our world and like it, there is plenty to find.”

You can read Tobias Forge’s interview with Metal Hammer here and listen to ‘First Impressions Of Earth’ below.

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Paul Di’Anno is not satisfied with Tobias Forge‘s vocals on Ghost’s cover of Phantom Of The Opera. On the same day that Ghost’s Phantom became available, the former Iron Maiden lead vocalist commented in a since-deleted Facebook post:

“Everyone asking my opinion on the Ghost cover of Phantom well not that it matters, but it f*ckin sucks.”

The vocalist explained his opinion of Ghost’s cover in a subsequent interview with Loaded Radio. He stated:

“The music’s great. I just don’t think Tobias fucking tried hard enough vocally. He sounds a bit plain… And he changed the lyrics slightly… That was a bit weird.”

Although his initial comments were scathing, it seems that Di’Anno’s main criticisms were Tobias’ vocal performance and the altered lyrics. He continued:

“When I first heard it, I was probably in a bad mood that day. I said, ‘This is fucking bullshit.’ But I’ve listened to it about three or four times. [The music is] pretty damn good, actually, to be honest with you. But as I said, I just feel like Tobias didn’t give it some welly [using British slang for ‘energy’], as we say… Give me some fucking well.”

It appears that Paul revised his opinion of the song after several listens and was in a better mood. Even though he appreciates the music, he remains critical of Tobias’ performance:

“As I said, I just wish he’d put a bit more effort into the vocals. That’s all.”

Despite his views on Tobias’ vocal performance on the cover, Di’Anno clarified that his harsh criticism wasn’t due to personal animosity against Ghost or Tobias. He explained:

“Regardless of what you think of Ghost, I’m very happy for them. Maybe I was just pissed off with life [that day], as usual. The older I get, the grumpier I am. Fucking great. Once you get over 50, you’ve got every fucking right to say what you want.

You can reach the transcribed interview by clicking here.

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