US rock band Kiss have cancelled their planned date at the Manchester Arena following this week's bomb attack.

The group - Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Eric Singer and Tommy Thayer - has a gig planned for Tuesday May 30, but has decided to scratch the date in the wake of the tragic events on Monday night , as well as the temporary closure of the venue. The foyer area is still being used as part of a police investigation and it is unclear as to when it will reopen.

In a statement, the band said: “We are heartbroken by the atrocity committed against the innocent victims of Manchester. We sadly will not to be able to play Manchester Arena on the 30th May.

"We have always looked forward to these shows and our local fans, but in light of recent events a cancelled rock show seems of such little consequence.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those affected and all the people of Manchester at this difficult time. We are with you and you are in our prayers.”

Refunds for the concert will be granted to all ticketholders at the point of purchase.

The WWE NXT wrestling show scheduled to take place at Manchester Arena on Tuesday June 6 has also been cancelled 'out of respect for all those affected by the Manchester tragedy'.

Organisers said its Superstars will still come to the city on the day to visit those affected by the tragedy and WWE will also be making a donation to the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund.

Ticketholders will be given a full refund and the option to attend the next night's show at the First Direct Arena in Leeds on June 7 instead.

WWE said it looked forward to returning to the Arena for its Raw show on Monday November 6 and SmackDown Live on Tuesday November 7.