Beast In Black, the band featuring ex-Battle Beast guitarist Anton Kabanen, have welcomed Atte Palokangas to the group as their permanent drummer. He is taking over for Sami Hänninen, who recently exited the band. Hänninen commented: “Ladies and gentlemen, I regret to inform you that I will no longer be able to fulfill my duty…
The Amity Affliction have parted ways with Ryan Burt. The group says the drummer “has been fighting some mental demons of late” and that “it has been a major struggle for him on the road.” This news comes after Burt previously took a break in 2016, due to mental health struggles. The band said the…
Kamelot have announced the departure of drummer Casey Grillo from their lineup. Taking his place will be Johan “Jo” Nunez. The band posted the following: Dear Kamelotians, The forthcoming release of The Shadow Theory will mark another chapter in the band’s illustrious career. Coming off of the success of Haven, the band has stepped up…
Dirge Within previously announced their return back in April 2017, but now it seems that reunion has been short lived. Shaun Glass confirmed the news in a new statement, which also mentions that he is working on a “very metal” new project. Glass said the following: “It’s finally time to share with you some updates……
A Pale Horse Named Death have announced the addition of guitarist Joe Taylor (Lita Ford, Doro Pesch) and drummer Tommy Spano (Corey Glover, Sekond Skyn) to their lineup. Taylor is replacing Matt Brown, while Spano is replacing Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative, Danzig).The band have been in New Jersey working on a new album, and…
Borknagar have parted ways with guitarist Jens F. Ryland. The band said the following: “Borknagar and long time guitarist Jens F. Ryland have decided to part ways. We would like to thank and salute him for all the time we shared on and off stage the past 20 yrs. The very best of luck with…
It was previously confirmed that Wawrzyniec “Vaaver” Dramowicz would be exiting Destruction this March due to “family reasons.” Now the drummer has officially commented on his departure. Here’s Vaaver’s statement: “It is never easy to make hard decisions. It is time for me to part ways with DESTRUCTION – the band that has hosted me…
Bassist Derek Engemann has exited Cattle Decapitation. He posted the following on Facebook: “It’s been a great journey, but I’m writing to let everyone know I have amicably parted ways with Cattle Decapitation. I’m very proud of the success we achieved together across the last two albums. In turn, I’m excited to focus my energy…
It has been confirmed that Wawrzyniec “Vaaver” Dramowicz will be exiting Destruction this March. The drummer has decided to leave due to “family reasons.” Schmier commented: “It is an odd and sad headline at the same time Our drummer Vaaver will leave us because of family reasons this March. After eight years this is bad…
Texas Hippie Coalition have parted ways with bassist John Exall. His departure comes as a result of “professional differences.” The group said the following: “Due to professional differences, the band THC has decided to part ways with bassist John Exall. We know our fans are hurt by this, and the pain the band feels from…
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