Trouble is brewing in the Valleys - because Stereophonics' Stuart Cable isn't going to go quietly. According to reports this weekend the drummer is seeking legal advice after band mate and lifelong friend Kelly Jones announced to the world on Thursday he was being dropped by the band because of "commitment issues".
In a statement Cable told reporters: "I'm a founder member of the Stereophonics and I would like to stress that I did not leave nor ever had any intention of leaving the band. As has been published, I underwent a minor operation whilst in the US and was unable to play two of the gigs. My doctor subsequently told me I was able to continue the US tour. However, Kelly and Richard suggested I return to the UK to recuperate for the forthcoming UK and European tours. Richard and Kelly then telephoned me from the US and I was stunned to be told that they had decided to sack me. I still want to continue to be a part of the Stereophonics and play on the band's forthcoming UK and European tours. I am, and have always been, a fully committed member of the Stereophonics and am very upset that Kelly seems to be saying that I was not committed to the band."
Neither Stereophonics' management or V2 have commented on Cable's response to his sacking. Insiders reckon it is unlikely Cable will rejoin the band, but if he goes out of his way to cause trouble following his departure it could make it harder for Kelly Jones and bassist Richard Jones to continue as a duo.