Charlatans drummer treated for brain tumour

By Rich Chamberlain
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Jon Brookes undergoing treatment after on-stage collapse

Jon brookes

Jon brookes

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The Charlatans have confirmed that drummer Jon Brookes is being treated for a brain tumour. The news comes a week after the sticksman collapsed during a gig in the US.

Brookes stopped breathing and was rushed to hospital during the band's Philadelphia show.

A statement from the band said: "The Charlatans' drummer Jon Brookes is currently undergoing treatment in the UK for a brain tumour following the postponement of the remaining dates of Charlatans' North American tour.

"The Charlatans' touring schedule remains unaltered whilst the band arrange for a short term replacement. The band and Jon would like to thank all well wishers for their kind messages of support."

Rich Chamberlain
Rich Chamberlain

Rich is a teacher, one time Rhythm staff writer and experienced freelance journalist who has interviewed countless revered musicians, engineers, producers and stars for the our world-leading music making portfolio, including such titles as Rhythm, Total Guitar, Guitarist, Guitar World, and MusicRadar. His victims include such luminaries as Ice T, Mark Guilani and Jamie Oliver (the drumming one).