Whores drummer Douglas Jennings Barrett has been diagnosed with Lymphoma, a type of blood cancer. Whores has since launched a GoFundMe to help out with Barrett's bills which you can donate to right here. Whores notes they'll continue on with their touring plans per Barrett's wishes, but still – I'd prefer to see Barrett back with Whores, healthy as a horse.
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"Cancer is such a dirty word," wrote Whores on their social media. "Our dear friend, brother from another mother, nicest guy in rock and Whores bandmate, Douglas Jennings Barrett, has been diagnosed with lymphoma.
"Initially, he noticed pretty severe back pain, and when a professional examined him and he had multiple tests, it turns out he has a cracked vertebrae, which is the result of a tumor on his spine. He's receiving the best care money can buy, but like most professional creative people, he doesn't have health insurance and he needs our help. At his doctor's insistence, we just checked him into the ER at Piedmont Hospital.
"Per Douglas's wishes, we are planning on continuing with our fall tour as scheduled. We have been furiously searching for a full-in drummer that will do Douglas, the band and the songs proud. It's not easy.
"With your love and help we are going to get through this. We always have. You cannot kill this band. We will persevere. Count on it. Thank you all for your continued love and support. Without each other we have nothing. Please give what you can."
