March 14th, 2011 
Melanie TV On The Radio have announced on their website that Gerard Smith (bassist and keyboardist) has been diagnosed with lung cancer and is undergoing treatment. He will not be joining the band on their upcoming tour.
The band has released this statement:
“Gerard is fortunate enough to have health insurance and is receiving excellent medical care. Already we have seen dramatic results. Combine that with Gerard’s legendarily willful disposition and it might just be cancer that has the problem. We appreciate your concern and support for Gerard and his family.”
Nine Types Of Light is still scheduled to drop April 12 via Interscope.
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