Ray LaMontagne Is ‘Doing Well’ After On-Stage Collapse In Nashville
The Grammy Award winning artist is on the mend after being overcome by heat related dehydration.
Ray LaMontagne, a Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter, reportedly suffered a collapse on stage in Nashville over the weekend due to heat-related dehydration. The 53-year-old artist was performing his 2004 song "Jolene" at the Ryman Auditorium when he was overcome and toppled backways. Crew members immediately rushed to his aid, as evidenced by fan-filmed footage circulating on social media.
LaMontagne's representatives later issued a statement confirming that he is in good hands with local EMS and is "doing well now." The statement also expressed gratitude for everyone's understanding.
Nashville has experienced its hottest start to September in a century, with temperatures surpassing 100 degrees Fahrenheit on the day of LaMontagne's concert. A heat alert was issued for the city. LaMontagne is currently on a tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of his critically acclaimed debut album, Trouble. The tour was set to continue in Syracuse, New York, on September 8.
Trouble, released through RCA and reissued for its 20th anniversary, showcased LaMontagne's unique blend of Americana, folk, rock, and soul, garnering widespread praise from critics. This record marked a significant turning point in LaMontagne's career, leading him to release eight more studio albums and winning the Grammy for best contemporary folk album in 2011 for God Willin’ & the Creek Don’t Rise.
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