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Charlie Simpson quit Busted in fear of drug abuse

Busted star explains why he had to leave group

 

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Charlie Simpson disclosed his reasons for leaving Busted in 2005, sharing in an interview with Kerrang! that he was frightened he might “turn to drugs” if he remained in the group. During the discussion about why he decided to close the door on the group at that particular point, Simpson claimed he was “as close to getting depressed as you could ever get” around the time he left, also expressing, “I was worried I might turn to drink or drugs or something”. Charlie’s worst fears were realised, but vicariously through his former band member, Matt, who spent rehab for alcohol related issues following the band’s split. James Bourne, Matt Willis and Charlie Simpson have recently revealed that they’d be reforming Busted, in addition to announcing a UK reunion tour. Tickets for Busted's UK tour are on sale now, and you can buy tickets and get more information here. See full tour dates below: Wed May 11 2016 - LONDON -  SSE Arena Wembley
Sat May 14 2016 - GLASGOW SSE Hydro
Sun May 15 2016 - NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE Metro Radio Arena
Tue May 17 2016 - SHEFFIELD Arena
Wed May 18 2016 - NOTTINGHAM Capital FM Arena
Fri May 20 2016 - BIRMINGHAM Genting Arena
Sat May 21 2016 - MANCHESTER Arena
Sun May 22 2016 - LIVERPOOL Echo Arena
Tue May 24 2016 - CARDIFF Motorpoint Arena
Wed May 25 2016 - BOURNEMOUTH BIC
Sat May 28 2016 - LONDON O2 Arena
Mon May 30 2016 - BELFAST SSE Arena Belfast
Tue May 31 2016 - DUBLIN 3Arena  

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