A-ha's lead singer, Morten Harket, has been confirmed to have Parkinson's disease.
Lead Singer Morten Harket of a-ha Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis
In an unexpected turn of events, Morten Harket, the frontman of the legendary Norwegian group a-ha, has opened up about his battle with Parkinson's disease. The announcement was made officially on the band's website.
a-ha's biographer, Jan Omdal, sat down with Morten at his summer home on Norway's south coast to discuss his health predicament. Admitting that he "took the diagnosis in stride," Morten surprising few, kept his illness a secret from most in his inner circle until the public announcement.
"I felt a part of me yearned for sharing this, but acceptance of my condition wasn't the issue. I needed my peace and quiet to focus on managing the situation. I'm battling to keep my life balanced - medication and side-effects management form a delicate dance," Morten, soon turning 66, explained.
Deeper Insight The musician has already undergone two brain surgeries, which, according to him, have significantly reduced many of the physical symptoms associated with Parkinson's. When questioned by his biographer if he could still sing and control his voice, Morten expressed doubt: "I don't think so. I've lost the drive to sing, which suggests something more fundamental is at stake. The question is whether I can still channel my emotions through my voice given the current situation."
Taking a thoughtful, environmental approach, Morten asked his fans not to fret about him. Instead, he encouraged them to be guardians of nature and strive to protect the environment. He urged his fans to direct their energy and effort towards solving real-life problems while trusting that he's in capable hands.
Formed in 1982, a-ha is the creation of Morten Harket, Paul Waaktaar-Savoy, and Magne Furuholmen. The group is known for timeless hits like 'Take On Me' and 'The Sun Always Shines on TV'.
Further Reading- His battle with Parkinson's disease has fundamentally affected his singing abilities[1][2].- The surgical interventions have alleviated many of his physical symptoms, but the condition's impact on his singing abilities remains[1][2].- Morten has expressed uncertainty about his future in music, relying on medical advice to guide him[1][2].- Parkinson's disease often affects motor control, vocal projection, pitch, and volume[1][2].
- Morten Harket, despite undergoing brain surgeries for his Parkinson's, has expressed doubt about his ability to continue singing, mentioning concerns about his emotional expression through his voice.
- In the midst of managing his health-and-wellness, including medication and side-effects, Morten Harket emphasizes the importance of mental-health, encouraging fans to focus on solving real-life problems such as environmental conservation.
- The life of Morten Harket, the lead singer of a-ha, has been significantly impacted by Parkinson's disease, a neurological disorder, affecting not only his physical health but also his musical career.
