ROCK fans left disappointed after Sir Elton John cancelled a gig are being told to keep their tickets.

His gig on Saturday at the Metro Arena, Newcastle, as well as one in Sheffield, was cancelled because he had flu.

His spokesman said: “Elton is bitterly disappointed at missing the Red Piano concert in Newcastle. It remains one of his favourite areas in the country to perform. The crowds are always great music fans, and not being able to do this special show for Newcastle is upsetting.”

Concert promoter Marshall Arts said anyone with a ticket should keep it, with a further announcement due soon.

Updates will be posted at metroradioarena.co.uk