It is not usually the type of announcement that fills fans with joy.
But followers of No Doubt were delighted with their plan to cancel their latest tour, as they are heading back to the studio to record instead.
The hitmakers, who are lead by sex symbol singer Gwen Stefani, announced their decision on the Facebook page, with hundreds of fans posting messages of support for the group's decision.
How a-muse-ing: No Doubt star Gwen Stefani is back in the studio after the band decided to cancel their tour plans
'While we were traveling the world last year promoting Push And Shove, Gwen mentioned she was inspired to write new music.
'In December, around the time of our hometown shows, we discussed the idea of starting 2013 by getting back into the studio together.
'We did so in January and the new music started flowing with unexpected ease. After spending three years recording the last album, this new pace feels incredibly exciting.
No Doubt about it: The band clearly loved being back together after performing in LA last November
United front: The group made a joint announcement by posting to their fans on their Facebook page
'We have decided to follow our muse for the time being and focus on this new music that we don't want to stop.
'So, we will be postponing our tour plans briefly while we endeavor to create something special and inspired. Our goal as a band is to share this new music with you as quickly as possible - both recorded and live on tour.
As always, thank you all for your kind words, incredible support and patience.'
Unsurprisingly their fanbase were delighted with the decision, though many mentioned they hoped their latest effort would be more like their classic sound.
Having a session: Tony Kanal and Gwen were pictured recording new tunes at a California studio
Last year's Push and Shove was the first effort by the band in more than decade, with their previous album Rock Steady released away back in 2001.
The band formed in Anaheim, California in 1986, but it was not until a decade later that they broke through with 1996 smash hit Don't Speak.
They went on hiatus in 2003, when Stefani, 43, launched a highly successful career as a pop star, with hits such as Hollaback Girl and The Sweet Escape.
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