The Stray Cats Cancel Their Entire Fall U.S. Tour Due To Brian Setzer’s “Serious Illness”

On Tuesday (October 28), the Stray Cats announced that they have canceled their entire U.S. fall tour due to frontman Brian Setzer’s “serious illness.” Earlier this year, Setzer revealed that he was suffering from an autoimmune disorder that prevents him from playing guitar. The rockabilly group – consisting of Setzer, Lee Rocker, and Slim Jim Phantom – previously canceled the first two tour dates on the tour, but now the entire run of shows have been abandoned. “I’m heartbroken to share, due to serious illness, I am unable to perform and very regrettably have to cancel our Stray Cats tour,” Setzer wrote. “I am devastated to have to deliver this news. I’ve been trying everything I can to go on and do these shows, but it is just not possible. I’ve been looking forward so much to being on stage with my band mates again and playing for all of our amazing fans, and I’m gutted.” (Variety)