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Paul Arthurs ofOasisrevealed he has tonsil cancer and is temporarily stepping away from music.
The 56-year-old guitarist shared the news via Twitter Tuesday,writing, “I’m going to be taking a break from playing for a while. I’ve been diagnosed with tonsil cancer.”
He added that “the good news is it’s treatable and I’ll be starting a course of treatment soon.”
The musician said he would keep fans updated, explaining, “I’m gutted I’m missing [upcoming] gigs withLiam [Gallagher] and the band. Have the best summer and enjoy the gigs if you’re going, I’ll see you soon xxx.”
Arthursrespondedwith three heart emojis.
Oasis drummer Tony McCarroll also showed support andtweeted, “Big love Bone!!” while bass guitarist Andy Bellwrote, “Get well soon Bone.”
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After co-founding Oasis with Gallagher, Arthurs played on three of the band’s albums before parting ways with the group in 1999, perThe Guardian. At the time. Oasis was recording its fourth albumStanding on the Shoulder of Giants.
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He and Gallagher reunited for roughly a year in 2013 for Gallagher’s band Beady Eye. Arthurs has also notably played with Gallagher for his solo performances and was set to hit the stage with Gallagher this summer.
source: people.com
