Flight of the Conchords have had to postpone their current tour with immediate effect due to an injury to Bret McKenzie.

This has been posted on Twitter: "SAD SUNDAY NEWS! Due to a hand injury that Bret McKenzie has suffered, Metropolis Music,Chambers Touring & @FOTC regrettably announce the postponement and imminent rescheduling of the Flight of the Conchords Sing Flight of the Conchords tour. Bret and Jemaine are extremely sorry and deeply saddened that they cannot perform for their U.K. fans, who have waited so patiently.

“Unfortunately I’ve broken two bones in my hand today in a very rock ‘n’ roll injury – falling down some stairs. The doctors have informed me that I won’t be able to perform for several weeks. I’m sorry not to be able to do these upcoming shows but I’m looking forward to coming back and finishing the tour when I have two fully functioning hands.” – Bret McKenzie.

Jemaine Clement tweeted: "UK and Ireland, the tour has been great so far but we are really sorry we have to pause it for now... Wishing Bret the best and hope he gets bretter soon."

Tickets holders will be contacted about the rescheduling of dates. More information to follow.

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