(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Gavin DeGraw suffered concussion and a broken nose after being assaulted in New York.

The 34-year-old American musician, best known for hits including Chariot and Follow Through, was taken by ambulance to the emergency room at the city's Bellevue Hospital in the early hours of Monday morning following the attack.

According to the New York Post Gavin was enjoying a night out with friends before being attacked by a "pack of thugs" at around 4.30am. As he stumbled away the singer-songwriter was reportedly hit by a taxi.

Gavin's representative has issued a statement revealing new details about the attack.

"Gavin DeGraw is currently recovering and in stable condition at Bellevue Hospital where he was taken late Sunday night by ambulance after he was attacked by a group of assailants. He suffers from a concussion, broken nose, black eyes, cuts and bruises. The police are conducting an investigation of the attack," a representative confirmed.

"Gavin and his family appreciate everyone's concern at this time. We have no information yet regarding his upcoming concert dates and promotion for his new album."

Gavin has been touring this summer with Maroon 5 and Train. His fifth album, Sweeter, is due for release next month. (C) Cover Media