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Melanie C
Melanie C


Background information
Birth name Melanie Jayne Chisholm
Born January 12, 1974
Born place Whiston, Lancashire, England
Origin London, England, UK
Genre(s) Pop
Pop Rock
Britpop
Dance
Years active 1994—present
Label(s) Virgin Records
Red Girl Records
Associated acts Bryan Adams
Spice Girls
Lisa Lopes
Website Website



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The Charlatans' Jon Brookes Diagnosed With Brain Tumour

September 22, 2010
The Charlatans' Jon Brookes Diagnosed With Brain TumourThe Charlatans drummer Jon Brookes has been diagnosed with a brain tumour, the band have confirmed.

Brookes is currently undergoing treatment in the UK after he was flown home from the band's US tour last week.

The drummer collapsed and stopped breathing during a gig in Philadelhpia on September 15. He initially underwent treatment in the US before returning to the UK.

In a statemnt, The Charlatans said: “The band and Jon would like to thank all well wishers for their kind messages of support.”

Meanwhile, the group's touring schedule remains unaltered while the band arrange for a short term replacement.

The Charlatans released their latest studio album, 'Who We Touch', last week.

(by Jason Gregory)



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