The Stray Cats were preparing to rock Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair on Nov. 5 for the first time in their career, but the rockabilly trio from Massapequa on Tuesday announced the cancellation of their fall cross-country tour.

"I’m heartbroken to share, due to serious illness, I am unable to perform and very regrettably have to cancel our Stray Cats tour," lead singer-guitarist Brian Setzer, 66, said in a statement. "I know this affects so many people and I am devastated to have to deliver this news. I’ve been trying everything I can to go on and do these shows, but it is just not possible. I’ve been looking forward so much to being on stage with my band mates again and playing for all of our amazing fans, and I’m gutted."

Earlier this year Setzer was diagnosed with an autoimmune dise

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