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Wu Tang Clan's RZA has been forced to postpone several dates of his UK and Ireland tour.

The rapper-producer was due to hit the road for his 'Tao Of Wu' dates this month, but all shows, from York tonight (October 5), have been put on hold.

A spokesperson for RZA told NME.COM the shows were off "due to unforeseen logistical problems".

However they added that fans should keep hold of their tickets.

The spokesperson added: "RZA will tour UK when his 'Tao Of Wu' book is on sale here. Dates are currently being rescheduled. All tickets remain valid for rescheduled shows, or for refunds contact point of purchase."

The postponed shows are:

York Duchess (October 5)
Birmingham Rainbow Warehouse (6)
Leeds Stylus (7)
Dublin Button Factory (8)
Bristol 02 Academy (9)
Oxford 02 Academy (10)

'The Tao Of Wu' is set for release in the UK on November 19.

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