Volbeat Part Ways With Founding Bassist Anders Kjølholm

Volbeat have parted ways with bassist Anders Kjølholm. They said that everything related to the split has “been mutually and respectfully agreed upon.”

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Hers’s the band’s full statement:

“In connection with the planning and preparation of Volbeat’s extensive future plans and wishes for 2016 and onwards, Volbeat and Anders Kjølholm part ways. All matters related hereto have been mutually and respectfully agreed upon.

Michael and Jon elaborate: Anders has been a loyal friend and bandmate since 2001. We’ve toured most parts of the world and shared experiences that only few bands get to do. We’re very thankful for this and wish Anders all the best in the future.

Anders elaborates: It has been a great experience to be part of the Volbeat family for so long and I wish Michael, Jon and Rob, everyone involved with the band and of course all the fans all the best on the continued journey.

All announced shows will happen as planned.”