The Hollies retire after more than six decades on the road
21 August 2026, 11:58 | Updated: 1 September 2026, 12:19
The Hollies - British pop's great survivors – finally call it a day.
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There are few bands anywhere in the world who have had the longevity of The Hollies.
There have been comings and goings over the years but since 1963, guitarist Tony Hicks and drummer Bobby Elliott have been ever-presents, keeping the flame alive for the British pop legends.
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But all things must come to an end, and this week The Hollies have announced that they are finally hanging up their touring boots.
"Due to health reasons, Tony has decided to step away from touring," read a statement on the band's official website and social media pages.
"Out of respect for Tony and everything they have shared throughout their remarkable journey together, Bobby has also decided to retire from touring."
It continued: "After more than six decades, The Hollies' touring career will come to a close with immense gratitude to the fans who have supported them around the world."
The Hollies' last full length tour came in 2023, when they played a series of greatest hits shows around the UK.
Terry Sylvester, former member of The Hollies, played a one-off solo show as part of the My Generation Tour at Salt River Grand Ballroom at the Talking Stick Resort & Casino in Scottsdale on January 6, 2026.
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Allan Clarke and Graham Nash joined forces in the late 1950s and formed the group that would eventually become The Hollies.
The founding lineup of the band also featured Vic Steele, Eric Haydock and Don Rathbone. The final lineup of the band featured Hicks and Elliott alongside Ray Stiles, Ian Parker, Peter Howarth and Steve Lauri.
The Hollies' last studio album was 2009's Then, Now, Always.
