This weekend's Hardrock Hell Festival in Minehead, seems to have seen some kind of incident between the drummers of 3 Inches of Blood and Saxon.
3 Inches never played their set at the festival, with fans being told they wouldn't be playing due to "an accident".
A story on Blabbermouth, who name Classic Rock Magazine as their source, says that the Canadians have since issued an apology to Saxon, and specifically their drummer Nigel Glockler, who ended up with a black eye and broken glasses.
"On behalf of all the members of 3 Inches Of Blood we would like to express the utmost regret and sincere apology regarding the actions of our drummer, Alexei Rodriguez, that occurred in Minehead in the early hours of November 10.
"In no way were Alexei's actions a reflection of our band. Needless to say we were completely shocked and horrified to learn about these events and are grateful that Saxon was still able to perform. We have complete respect for Saxon as a band and as individuals and would never want anyone's livelihood as a musician to be jeopardized for any reason.
"Alexei's behaviour was appalling and completely unacceptable and it is our decision to immediately remove him from the band. We would like to attempt to repair the damage that has been caused and hope that you will not think of 3 Inches Of Blood as a band that habitually acts in such inappropriate ways."
Earlier today (Nov 12) a statement was sent out by Roadrunner Records, home of 3 Inches Of Blood, saying that the band are "extremely disappointed to announce that they have been forced to cancel a number of shows, after drummer Alexei Rodriguez broke his elbow over the weekend. As well as the Minehead 'Hard Rock Hell' festival, the shows affected are Swindon, Brighton, Barcelona, and Madrid. Refunds will be available at the point of purchase."
The band were said to be working with a stand in so that they could play their gig at the Barfly in Camden tonight.