February 24, 2011 15:37
X-Ray Spex's Poly Styrene reveals cancer battle
Singer undergoing treatment for disease
Photo: Press
X-Ray Spex singer Poly Styrene has revealed that she has been diagnosed with cancer.
The punk icon, real name Marian Joan Elliott-Said, made the announcement via her official website, Poly-styrene.com.
A message on the site explained that the she was undergoing treatment for the illness and as such couldn't commit to playing live this year. She is set to release a new solo album, 'Generation Indigo', next month.
A message on the site read: "She is devastated that she cannot commit to any live dates at this stage, but her album remains a very positive force in her current journey."
The singer left a personal note to fans on the site too. "It's been a bit of a battle fighting this cancer but hey ho I'm still alive," she wrote. "Luv Poly."
The world's greatest music magazine is now available as a digital edition! For exclusive content you won't find on NME.COM, download here on your iPad/iPhone and here on your Kindle Fire or Nook.
- Previous: Best Solo Artist Laura Marling chats about new album - video
- Next: Foals want their new album to be 'filthy' - video
More News
Please login to add your comment.