The Quireboys have parted ways with their founding frontman, Spike.
The British rock stalwarts confirmed the news in a short statement, released with a black and white photograph of the new line-up. They wrote: "The Quireboys have parted company with Spike and will continue as a five-piece with all other current members."
With the band appearing to have fired Spike, who founded The Quireboys in 1984, the singer has responded with a statement of his own:
"Just to clarify, I have received a letter from three of my band members informing me that my services are no longer required to sing or perform with them.
"I will release an official statement shortly but for now, my sincere apologies go out to you all and I would like to express my heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all my fans who are supporting me through this difficult time.
"Many of you I have known for years and consider my friends. Thank you for your love and support. Rest assured, I will see you at the bar very soon.
"The Quireboys founder, only original member and singer, God bless, Spike x"
In February, The Quireboys announced a return to the US to resume a tour postponed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The dates will begin in Brooklyn, New York on May 5, and wrap up at the Whisky A Go Go in Los Angeles on May 18. They also have rescheduled UK dates in the diary for the spring and summer.
Spike, meanwhile, will continue his solo acoustic tour in Wolverhampton tomorrow (March 31). Head here for details.
The Quireboys Upcoming Tour Dates are as follows
Fri April 08 2022 - BELFAST Empire
Tue May 24 2022 - GUILDFORD Boileroom
Fri May 27 2022 - BRADFORD Nightrain
Fri June 03 2022 - BLACKPOOL Waterloo Music Bar
Sat June 04 2022 - HUDDERSFIELD Parish
Fri June 10 2022 - OXFORD Bullingdon
Sat June 11 2022 - OXFORD Bullingdon
Sun June 12 2022 - SOUTHEND Chinnerys
Fri June 17 2022 - BRISTOL Thekla
Sat June 18 2022 - NOTTINGHAM Stealth, Rescue Rooms & The Forum
Sat September 10 2022 - BUCKLEY Tivoli
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