the band\u2019s Instagram<\/a>, Muna wrote: \u201cIt has become clear that [Harriet\u2019s] passing will coincide with the beginning of this headline tour. As a result, Naomi has been at home with her for her final days and will be staying behind after we depart in order to take care of her affairs after her passing.\u201d McPherson expects to be absent from Muna\u2019s upcoming gigs in Phoenix, Dallas, Austin, Nashville, and Atlanta.<\/p>\n\n\t\u201cIt was important to Naomi that the shows happen with or without them, and so plans have been in the works to ensure this,\u201d the group continued. \u201cLuckily, we will have our dear friend \u2014 the outrageously talented musician Lou Roy \u2014 playing and singing in their stead for which we will be forever grateful.\u201d Muna will have a \u201cletter drop\u201d at the gigs McPherson is missing so fans fans to leave them words of encouragement.<\/p>\n
\n\tMuna also paid tribute to Harriet in the post, calling her \u201cone of the greatest, most wise and loving people.\u201d They also expressed love and gratitude for \u201ceverything she has given and taught us, and for the way she raised her wonderful child.\u201d<\/p>\n