WU-Tang Clan have pulled out of headlining at Nozstock Festival this weekend.

Although no official explanation has been given, the hip-hop band has cancelled all of their weekend performances.

At the last minute, organisers have arranged for De La Soul to take the band's place.

Ella Nosworthy, one of Nozstock’s founders, said: “It is with massive regret that we have to announce the cancellation of our Saturday night headliner, Wu-Tang Clan. For many of us it was going to be the highlight of our weekend and we are crestfallen that Wu-Tang Clan are going to be missing out on one of the best audiences they could ever wish for.

"We have received no specific reason for the cancellation and are without control to enforce their attendance at Nozstock, we are told we will receive an official cancellation announcement by the end of this week, which we will share with everyone.

"In the same breath, we have to say a massive thank you to De La Soul for agreeing to headline the Orchard Stage in their place. We’re really excited to have them here and to have them step up at such very short notice, and we know they are going to put on a brilliant show for everyone. The festival itself is looking ready, the site looks incredible and we can’t wait for it all to start.”