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Mumford & Sons have announced that they will postpone their next three shows as bass player Ted Dwane has entered the hospital. The band reports that doctors have discovered a blood clot on his brain, which requires immediate surgery. Apparently, the recovery time is quick (and/or Dwane has Wolverine’s healing powers) as the group will perform at Bonnaroo on Saturday night. The band’s complete statement appears below.

To our fans

Our friend and bandmate Ted has been feeling unwell for a few days, and yesterday he was taken to a hospital to receive emergency treatment. The scans revealed a blood clot on the surface of his brain that requires an operation. Ted is receiving excellent care and we are being assured that he will recover quickly from surgery.

Sadly we have to postpone three upcoming headline shows planned for this week in Dallas on Tuesday 6/11, Woodlands on Wednesday 6/12, and New Orleans on Thursday 6/13. All dates will be rescheduled and will be announced as soon as we can; all tickets for this week’s events will be honoured at their rescheduled dates. We have no plans to cancel or postpone any other appearances along this current tour.

We’re all wishing Ted a speedy recovery.
Much love,
Mumford & Sons