Happy Mondays

Bez has revealed that he will not be performing with the Happy Mondays on their comeback tour this May and for their festival dates this summer.

Happy Mondays have announced details of a UK tour this May.

The Happy Mondays have announced their plans to reform with the band's original line-up, including backing vocalist and former X Factor finalist Rowetta. The Manchester icons, fronted by Shaun Ryder, will be touring the UK this summer as well as playing festival shows. No dates have yet been announced but it is thought that an official statement will be released in the coming weeks.

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