Procol Harum Singer Gary Brooker 'Severely Injured' in Fall in South Africa

Procol Harum singer Gary Brooker is in stable but serious condition after falling while on tour in South Africa.

According to South Africa's Times Live, the singer fell in Cape Town late Tuesday evening and severely injured himself. It was definitely not the best way to celebrate what was his 67th birthday.

"Our thoughts are with Gary and the band during this difficult time," Attie Van Wyk of promoters Big Concerts said. "We are confident that he is receiving the very best medical attention and we wish him a speedy recovery."

Procol Harum made no mention of Brooker's fall nor posted any updates as to his status via the band's site or Facebook.

The band has canceled the remaining South African dates that were scheduled. The group, best known for their signature hit "A Whiter Shade of Pale" were touring with the Moody Blues and 10cc as part of a special "British Invasion" tour. There's no word if Brooker's fall will cause the band's U.S. tour later this summer to be postponed or canceled.