(Classic Rock) Primal Scream have cancelled nine European dates after frontman Bobby Gillespie injured his back in a fall from the stage. Gillespie fell from the stage during the band's performance at the Caribana festival in Switzerland last week.

Shows in Spain, France, Italy, Sweden, Ireland and the UK have been affected. The band released the following statement about the accident and the canceled shows:

"Primal Scream have been forced to cancel several European and UK shows this summer following Bobby Gillespie's accident last Thursday night at the Caribana festival, Switzerland.

"Bobby has been instructed to rest for a minimum of eight weeks." The full list of cancelled shows can be viewed here.