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The Go! Team


Background information
Genre(s) Alternative Dance
Indie Rock
Hip-hop
Noise Rock
Years active 2000—present
Label(s) Columbia Records
Memphis Industries
Sub Pop
Website Website
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Ian Parton
Chi Fukami Taylor
Kaori Tsuchida
Jamie Bell
Ninja
Sam Dook
Former members
Silke Steidinger



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The Charlatans' Jon Brookes Diagnosed With Brain Tumour

September 22, 2010
The Charlatans' Jon Brookes Diagnosed With Brain TumourThe Charlatans drummer Jon Brookes has been diagnosed with a brain tumour, the band have confirmed.

Brookes is currently undergoing treatment in the UK after he was flown home from the band's US tour last week.

The drummer collapsed and stopped breathing during a gig in Philadelhpia on September 15. He initially underwent treatment in the US before returning to the UK.

In a statemnt, The Charlatans said: “The band and Jon would like to thank all well wishers for their kind messages of support.”

Meanwhile, the group's touring schedule remains unaltered while the band arrange for a short term replacement.

The Charlatans released their latest studio album, 'Who We Touch', last week.

(by Jason Gregory)



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