Indigo Girls Receive Outpouring of Love After Emily Saliers Tearfully Acknowledges Two Incurable Conditions Affecting Tour Vocals: ‘I Hope You Can Have Some Grace With My Struggles’

Apr 19, 2026 10:41am PT Indigo Girls Receive Outpouring of Love After Emily Saliers Tearfully Acknowledges Two Incurable Conditions Affecting Tour Vocals: ‘I Hope You Can Have Some Grace With My Struggles’

Brandi Carlile, Sara Bareilles and Sleater-Kinney were among the artists applauding the duo for their honesty and perseverance.

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The Indigo Girls have been receiving an outpouring of support and love from fans and famous admirers, after the duo released a video statement in which Emily Saliers got exceptionally frank about how two incurable physical conditions she’s experiencing will adversely affect her vocals on their upcoming tour.

In a clip posted to their Instagram account, with Amy Ray sitting beside her, Saliers talked about how she has been diagnosed with cervical dystonia and an essential tremor — both of which have hampered her ability to sing in a clear and constant tone. Nonetheless, they are forging ahead with the tour, but with full advance warning to the audience that they will notice the difference.

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