D.R.I. Offer Update On Guitarist SPIKE CASSIDY's Battle With Cancer

June 16, 2006

Legendary punk/metal crossover band D.R.I. (DIRTY ROTTEN IMBECILES) have issued the following update on the condition of guitarist Spike Cassidy, who was recently diagnosed with colon cancer:

"Spike Cassidy, founder/guitarist of D.R.I., was diagnosed with cancer in March of 2006. A one-foot section of large intestine (colon) was removed through an eight-inch incision in his stomach. The surgery, which took place on March 27th, was said to be successful in removing all traces of the cancer. Cassidy is now going through six months of chemotherapy and radiation treatments to try to prevent the cancer from reappearing, which is known to be common.

You can help out Spike and his family with your donations to Spike Cassidy Cancer Relief.

"All tours and shows have been canceled. Merchandise orders will all be shipped much later then the normal 2-4 weeks. If your waiting on an order that's already late, be patient, it's on the way, promise. All orders will be shipped as soon as possible.

"Updates on Spike's health, and the band's future will be posted [on the band's web site] monthly. Spike, his family, and D.R.I. appreciate the concern every one has shown, and wish they could thank each and every one of you personally."

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