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Fact #151300

When:

Short story:

Jay Kay, leader of Jamiroquai, tells UK tabloid newspaper the Daily Mirror that he is retiring from music. The revelation comes during a live performance at 35,000 feet in a Boeing 747 in an attempt to set a new Guinness world record for the highest concert ever.

Full article:

Jay Kay : I've had some ups and downs but in the end the downs were just too many. When we talked about me leaving, I jumped at the chance.

I might be back if I get my inspiration again, but who knows. I'm bored. I don't want to go back on the road. We all need a rest to be honest. I don't need the money or a deal.