'They went through my vocal cords': Barry Manilow recovers after lung cancer surgery
Barry Manilow is recovering from lung cancer surgery that involved passing through his vocal cords. At nearly 83 years old, he is working on rehabilitating his voice while preparing to release a new album titled 'What a Time.' The album, his first in almost 15 years, features songs he describes as his favorites.
- ▪Barry Manilow underwent lung cancer surgery that affected his vocal cords.
- ▪He is currently rehabilitating his singing voice in hopes of returning to the stage.
- ▪His new album 'What a Time' is set to be released on June 5, featuring songs he has written over the years.
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Music 'They went through my vocal cords': Barry Manilow recovers after lung cancer surgery June 3, 20265:00 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition By Phil Harrell 'They went through my vocal cords': Barry Manilow recovers after lung cancer surgery Audio will be available later today. Barry Manilow Christopher DeVargas/Stiletto Entertainment hide caption toggle caption Christopher DeVargas/Stiletto Entertainment At almost 83 years old, Barry Manilow's voice is raspier than his fans remember. "It's only been four months and they say it takes a year before you come back from something like that," he told Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep about his recovery from lung cancer surgery.
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