Thunder frontman and Planet Rock radio presenter Danny Bowes is set to embark on a UK tour in June 2025 with his highly anticipated one-man show, Maximum Chat. The tour marks a significant return to the stage for Bowes, following his recovery from a life-threatening accident in 2022. Tickets go on sale Friday 27th September at 10am from AEGPRESENTS.co.uk.
In 2022, Danny suffered a stroke and, shortly after, fell backwards down a flight of stairs, sustaining severe head injuries that required life-saving brain surgery. His condition was critical, but thanks to the efforts of medical professionals and his own resilience, Danny survived and has been on a slow, determined road to recovery ever since.
Although currently unable to return to singing and performing with Thunder, Danny has conceived Maximum Chat, a spoken-word show that offers fans a new and personal way to connect with the charismatic performer. Reflecting on his journey, Bowes said:
“Since my ‘occurrence,’ I’m not going to lie, it’s been a very slow road to recovery, and it’s far from over. But having been performing regularly for over 40 years, the itch to get back on stage has been a constant since I woke up, and I really need to scratch it. Maximum Chat is my way of doing that. While I won’t be singing, I’ll be telling stories from my life and adventures, both before and after I joined a band. There will be an ‘Ask Danny’ Q&A each night, and I’ll spill the beans on just a few of my many accidents and incidents. Don’t worry, for those with a weak constitution, I promise to leave out the bloodier stuff. And I also promise it will be a lot more entertaining than hearing me play guitar!”
Maximum Chat will offer audiences an intimate glimpse into Danny Bowes’ life, featuring personal anecdotes, humorous stories, and behind-the-scenes tales from his decades-long career in music. Fans will have the opportunity to engage directly with Danny through a nightly Q&A session, making each performance a unique and interactive experience.
The tour promises to be an unmissable event for Thunder fans and anyone looking for a candid and heartfelt evening with one of rock’s most resilient and captivating personalities.
Tickets for Maximum Chat will go on sale Friday 27th September at 10am. Stay tuned for more information on venues and dates.
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