Isaac Hanson, of the band Hanson, and his wife, Nikki, are expecting their second child together. Zac, Isaac’s brother, let the news slip in a radio interview. No word on when the baby is due, or the gender, but, the baby will join big brother Clarke Everett (named for his grandfathers,) who will turn one in April.

And, Zac Hanson and his wife Kate will be welcoming their first little one in May, which will join Zac’s brother Taylor and wife Natalie’s kids, Ezra, Penelope, and River.

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The youngest member of the band Hanson, Zac, and his wife Kate are expecting a little one of their own, People magazine has shared. The couple have revealed they are due in May.

On the impending arrival of their little one, the couple says:

“I am utterly thrilled at the thought of becoming a father,” says Zac, 22. “I can’t wait to meet this person.” Adds Kate, 23, “This is the most amazing time for us. It’s the most romantic thing we’ve ever done.”

This baby will join Ezra, Penelope, and River, (Taylor and Natalie’s children,) and Everett, who belongs to Isaac and Nikki.

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Isaac, Taylor, and Zac Hanson have been in Africa for several days delivering 50,000 pairs of TOMS shoes to children in need. The band came up with the idea of “the walk,” a theme for their latest studio album. At each tour stop, TOMS shoes are available, and for every pair fans buy, the band personally purchased a pair for a child in need. Also, at each tour stop, Hanson encouraged fans to meet for a one-mile walk for the cause. The band walked along with fans, often barefoot, to raise awareness for the pressing need faced by so many.

The band originally began their African charitable effort in November of 2006, when they donated every proceed from the sale of their single ‘Great Divide’ to African hospitals.

For more information on how you can help make a difference, go to hanson.net.

*Photo credit: A Bryan Blog

And, until Monday, Bryan is selling the shirt below to help a very poor school in Africa for $30. All proceeds will go to the school. Visit the link above for more information.

It looks like things might not be going so well for Isaac Hanson, sadly. It appears he is currently in surgery a second time for treatment of a blood clot. Originally, he had a blot clot in his arm. Now, it seems the blood clot moved to the lung, which can be highly dangerous. He is still in Dallas, at Baylor University Hospital.

It seems like he’s in a dangerous situation, which is worrisome. Tour dates through October 6, so far, have been postponed.

More details as they are available.

Update: Isaac’s surgery, which has been deemed “life saving” was successful today. Apparently the 26 year old guitarist suffers from Paget-Schroder Syndrome, which typically affects athletes. The syndrome causes arteries to constrict, causing blood clots in the lungs. If the doctor approves, Isaac should be released tomorrow. And, if he feels up to it, the band will resume their tour next week in Knoxville. The other missed shows will be rescheduled.

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Isaac Hanson, the oldest of the three Hanson brothers was hospitalized today for severe chest and shoulder pain in Dallas. The band is currently on tour for their album ‘The Walk’ and were set to do a show in their hometown, Tulsa, tonight. Instead, the fans who have come for the show will have the option for a DVD screening, and bands Locksley and the Meerkats will play.

There is no word on the cause or seriousness of Isaac’s condition, or whether or not this will affect upcoming show dates, the next of which is Friday in Kansas City.

Update: TMZ.com is reporting it’s a pulmonary embolism, which is a blot clot, and could potentially be serious. Isaac has had this happen in the past, and spent several days in the hospital. I’d say they’ll be canceling more shows. Get better, Isaac.

Second Update: Isaac is reportedly in stable condition. It was originally reported he was in Tulsa, but apparently he’s hospitalized in Dallas. When asked about his brother, Taylor said:

“We appreciate thoughts and prayers that have been out there for him,” he said by phone from Tulsa, Okla., the band’s hometown. “We want the tour to go on, so you know we are working steadfastly to see how long he’s going to need to rest.”

Update three: Isaac Hanson apparently underwent emergency surgery to alleviate his condition. However, he wanted the walk for charity to go on. Taylor and Zac were out on the street with fans, and the scheduled walk took place, in order to benefit AIDS awareness.

At this time, the Tulsa show (last night), the Kansas City show, and the St. Louis show are reportedly postponed. For the latest updates on the tour, go to hanson.net.

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Hanson’s second independent album combines melodic harmonies, storytelling lyrics, and South African influences to come together in a journey that is ‘The Walk.’ Isaac, 26, Taylor, 24, and Zac, 21, may forever be known as the brothers that added “MMMBop” and long blonde hair to the late nineties public consciousness, but the truth is, there is more to them than that. Far more. Since 1997, the band has released a plethora of albums, each an evolution. Their latest project shows their individual personalities, and once again cements their spot on the indie music scene.

For my thoughts on the album, take the jump.

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