Los Angeles, Oct. 28 -- The Stray Cats have cancelled their fall United States tour as their member Brian Setzer has been battling "serious illness."

As per Variety, in a statement, Setzer explained, "I'm heartbroken to share, due to serious illness, I am unable to perform and very regrettably have to cancel our Stray Cats tour. 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 revealed that he could not play the guitar due to an autoimmune disorder that...