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The Prodigy
The Prodigy


Background information
Origin Braintree, Essex
Genre(s) Electronica
Big Beat
Breakbeat
Synthpunk
Hardcore Techno
Years active 1990—present
Label(s) Elektra Records
Mute Records
Cooking Vinyl
Maverick Records
Beggars Banquet Records
XL Recordings
Website Website
Members
Liam Howlett
Keith Flint
Maxim
Former members
Leeroy Thornhill
Sharky



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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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