This was posted on their site yesterday.

APRIL 3, 2006

• OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE B-52's RELEASED TODAY: "The B-52’s have had to make the very tough decision to withdraw from their European summer touring plans.

At present they are deeply involved in the writing of their next album, and they have become so excited with its progress that they now feel quite strongly about not wanting to disrupt their momentum.

The band is sorry to disappoint all their fans and the promoters who have been eagerly anticipating their return to Europe. They are very much looking forward to presenting and touring behind their new album in early 2007."

this isnt another Christine McVie-less outing, is it?

Wow, I didn't realize they were making new music still.

Speaking of b-52's now that Spring is knocking on our door, I'm gonna have to bust out Cosmic Thing for a few days!