The Charlatans’ singer Tim Burgess said the band will meet in the coming weeks to discuss their future following the death of drummer Jon Brookes earlier this month.

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Jon Brookes, drummer with the Charlatans, passed away this morning after a battle with brain cancer aged 44.

Indie rockers The Charlatans have postponed the remaining dates of their US tour after their drummer was diagnosed with a brain tumour.

The Charlatans’ drummer stopped breathing during a show last night, it has emerged.