Carl Palmer Update

Following the unfortunate cancellation of the December UK tour due to Carl Palmer’s illness, the ASIA drummer has been following doctor’s orders and been convalescing. Carl was afflicted by a severe case of E. coli (food poisoning) that resulted in him...

Steve Howe Departs From Asia

Steve Howe has issued a personal statement regarding his departure from Asia. It will be available via his web site.

ASIA Announce New Guitarist and 2013 Plans

If 2012 was a year to remember for ASIA, with the release of the acclaimed studio album ‘XXX’ marking the band’s thirtieth anniversary, then 2013 is set to be another. John Wetton, Geoff Downes and Carl Palmer are delighted to announce that not only do they have an...

Happy Holidays

On behalf of Carl, Geoff, John, Steve and all of the Asia family, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

A Message From Carl Palmer

Dear Asia fans, By the time many of you read this you will have heard that I have had to cancel the  Asia 30th Anniversary tour of the UK  this week.  I was given less than a 10% chance of playing the tour.  On Thursday afternoon I had lost my battle and under strict ...

Asia Cancels UK Tour Due To Illness

Asia, featuring the original line-up of Geoff Downes (keyboards), Steve Howe (guitar), Carl Palmer (drums) and John Wetton (lead vocal, bass), has been forced to cancel the 30th Anniversary UK Tour due to drummer Carl Palmer coming down with a severe case of E. coli....