lt's since come to light that Brain has a hole in his heart, but he doesn't need an operation until the BSBs have finished their spring tour. "He'll have elective surgery (ie. he's choosing to have the op) and will rejoin the Boys after a beif recovery period," said his spokesman. After the operation, the biggest change has been in his eating habits. The doctor told him that he had fatty deposits in his arteries 'cos of all the junk food the BSBs eat on the road-a shocker considering Brain in only 24!

Now, grabbing snacks from burger joints is out, says Brian. "When we need to eat, l just have to say 'Leave me alone!' " he thunders.