Faster Pussycat guitarist diagnosed with cancer

FASTER PUSSYCAT guitarist Brent Muscat has been diagnosed with oral cancer.

In a posting on MySpace, Brent's wife Ej stated, "About 8 weeks ago, [Brent] noticed a small bump on his tongue. And we really thought it was just a cold sore. About a week ago, his tounge became swollen. So he decided to see a doctor.

"Yesterday the doctor informed us of some pretty bad news, that he has a cancer, and he needs to have surgery.

"In the meantime he's going to be laying low and not playing any shows. Please wish him well and we would appreciate everybody's prayer.

"P.S.: If you have a bump or any spot on your tongue, and if it doesn't go away in two weeks, go to see a doctor! Don't wait any longer than that!!!"

Muscat, 38, is best known for his work as one of the dual guitarists in FASTER PUSSYCAT, but has also done stints with ADLER'S APPETITE (led by former GUNS N' ROSES drummer Steven Adler), and a Los Angeles-based group named FIZZY BANGERS.