Sole remaining original Sodom member, Thomas “Angelripper” Such has announced that he has parted ways with guitarist Bernd “Bernemann” Kost and drummer Markus “Makka” Freiwald. A new lineup is expected to be revealed soon, and all shows will go on as planned.
Angelripper said the following:
“After much thought and reflection I have decided on this difficult step to pave the way for new challenges. Sodom have always lived off the commitment and passion of everybody involved. Makka was part of the band for almost eight years, Bernemann even for more than twenty. To obviate a possible routine setting in which would make it impossible to continue our creative work optimally, I would like to start all over again with fresh and hungry musicians. At the same time I would like to say thank you to Bernemann and Makka for many successful years in which we performed fantastic shows and released a number of real metal manifestos.”
He also added the following about whether he wants to continue as a trio or a quartet:
“I haven’t really made up my mind in this respect, I’m open to all options. I will now install the band’s new foundation pillars and look around for new musicians. One thing is already clear: Sodom will become even stronger!”
Angelripper plans to work on a new album, which will be released through Steamhammer/SPV:
“SPV also look forward to our future collaboration and expect a totally motivated band.”
Tour Dates:
04/07 Karnten, AUT – Full Metal Mountain
06/21-23 Kauhajoki, FIN – Nummirock Festival
06/23 Copenhagen, DEN – Copenhell
07/04-07 Ballenstedt, GER – Rock Harz Open Air
07/14 Gaevle, SWE – Gefle Metal Festival
08/18 Graz, AUT – Metal On The Hill
08/25 Cham, GER – Mosh Club Open Air
08/31 Hamburg, GER – Weltturbojugendtage 2018
10/06 Lichtenfels, GER – Way Of Darkness Festival
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