Marina and the Diamonds has had to rescedule her UK tour, due to begin this week, on doctor's orders. The singer is receiving treatment for a damaged vocal chord.

“It is with huge regret that I have had to postpone my UK tour dates due to medical advice," she said. "I have been experiencing vocal problems for three weeks now and consequently today the doctor has told me that I cannot sing performance length shows while I undergo treatment, or I could cause permanent damage to my vocal chords.

"I am distraught as I was so looking forward to seeing you all on The Lonely Hearts Club tour. The good news is that we have managed to reschedule all the dates - except Leeds which is a festival - starting from the 18th June. I promise that these shows will be the best I have ever performed for you, as hopefully I will be 100% healthy! All existing tickets will be valid for the new dates and I also promise my Leeds Diamonds that I will see them in the Autumn."

Electra Heart is released today, and Marina's revised dates are below.

June 18^th              Norwich               Waterfront

June 20^th              Glasgow               ABC

June 21^st              Edinburgh           Queens Hall

June 22^nd             Manchester       Cathedral

June 24^th              Leamington        Assembly Hall

June 25^th              London                 Tabernacle

June 27^th              Cardiff                  Corn Exchange

June 29^th              Birmingham        Institute

June 30^th              Sheffield              Leadmill