Peter Bowditch, one half of the rap duo Pete & Bas, experienced a medical incident during a performance in Chicago, Illinois, on Monday night, March 16. Bowditch passed out while suspended from the ceiling in a harness.
Incident Details
The London-based duo, both in their 70s, were performing when Bowditch appeared to lose consciousness and dropped his microphone. He remained hanging motionless as the backing track continued to play, stunning the audience.
Following the incident, Pete & Bas’ management released a statement confirming Bowditch is now in stable condition and announced refunds for ticket holders. The duo’s European tour dates are still scheduled to proceed.
Bowditch’s Response
Bowditch later addressed the event in a video from his hospital bed, joking that he had been “pronounced dead on stage” due to exhaustion, but was revived by doctors. He also announced plans for a future US tour to “celebrate.”
Pete & Bas released their debut single, ‘Shut Ya Mouth,’ after beginning their musical collaboration in 2017. Their first full-length album, ‘Mugshot,’ arrived in 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Peter Bowditch?
Peter Bowditch passed out while performing in Chicago, Illinois, on March 16, while suspended from the ceiling in a harness.
Is Pete & Bas’ European tour still happening?
Yes, all current European tour dates are still scheduled to go ahead, according to a statement from the duo’s management.
What are Pete & Bas planning next?
Pete & Bas are planning to announce a 14-date US tour in June to “celebrate,” and are currently proceeding with their European tour.
Given the duo’s recent announcement of a planned US tour, it will be interesting to see how they adapt their stage display following this incident.
