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Foo Fighters pull plug on upcoming tour dates after death of drummer Taylor Hawkins

Foo Fighters pull plug on upcoming tour dates after death of drummer Taylor Hawkins

Foo Fighters have cancelled all their upcoming concert dates following the death of drummer Taylor Hawkins.

The band were also due to perform at the Grammy Awards this weekend.

In a statement, the American rock band said:

"It is with great sadness that Foo Fighters confirm the cancellation of all upcoming tour dates in light of the staggering loss of our brother Taylor Hawkins."

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"We're sorry for and share in the disappointment that we won't be seeing one another as planned."

"Instead, let's take this time to grieve, to heal, to pull our loved ones close, and to appreciate all the music and memories we've made together."

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Hawkins was found in a hotel in Colombia last week, with 10 different substances were discovered in his body.

Colombian officials have confirmed that marijuana, opioids and antidepressants were among the substances found in his system.

Fans gathered in mourning outside the Bogotá hotel the day he died while a number of musicians took to social media to pay tribute to the iconic drummer.

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Queen guitarist Brian May said: 'No. It cannot be. Heartbroken.'

While Red Hot Chili Peppers' bassist Flea, who toured with the band in the 90s said: 'I am shocked. Bless his beautiful heart. Fly on Taylor.'

Foo Fighters released their tenth studio album Medicine at Midnight and the American rock band had massive hits including 'Learn To Fly', 'The Pretender', and 'Everlong'.

Hawkins' last ever performance with the band was just days before he died, performing in Argentina 2022.

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