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Paul Arthurs: Oasis guitarist diagnosed with tonsil cancer

Feb 15,2020 9:26 pm

Former Oasis guitarist Paul Arthurs has pulled out of forthcoming gigs after being diagnosed with tonsil cancer.

The musician, also known as Bonehead, told fans he was going to be " taking a break for a while"

As a result, he will not appear with Liam Gallagher at gigs which had been scheduled for this summer.

Arthurs co-founded Oasis and played on several of The Band 's biggest albums, including debut Definitely Maybe.

He played rhythm guitar and keyboards for The Band , also appearing on What's The Story (Morning Glory ) and Be Here Now.

Arthurs left Oasis in 1999, but in recent years had begun to work with Gallagher on other projects.

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He played with Gallagher's band Beady Eye in the mid 2010s, standing in for guitarist Gem Archer after he sustained a head injury.

Arthurs has also played on Liam Gallagher 's solo albums and performed with him on recent tours.

Arthurs told his followers he would be starting a course of treatment soon. Tonsil cancer treatments can include surgery, Radiation Therapy and chemotherapy.

" Just To Let you all know I'm going to be taking a break for a while, " He Said in a statement posted on his Social Media account.

" I've been diagnosed with tonsil cancer, but the Good News is it's treatable and I'll be starting a course of treatment soon. I'll keep you posted on how it's going.

" I'm gutted I'm missing the gigs with Liam and The Band . Have The Best summer and enjoy the gigs if you're going, I'll see you soon xxx"

Gallagher sent his well-wishes to Arthurs, tweeting: " Sending Big Love to the 1 n only Bonehead and His Family wishing you a speedy recovery we're all thinking of you. "

Former Oasis star Andy Bell also posted: " Get well soon Bone. "



Source of news: bbc.com

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