Firewind part ways with drummer!

[Symphony]

Greek melodic metal act FIREWIND have posted a statement regarding a recent lineup change in the light of the band’s upcoming live shows in Mexico:

“Firewind has decided to part ways with drummer Mark Cross due to personal differences. We thank Mark for his work and contribution to Firewind and wish him good luck in the future.

Behind the kit, for the upcoming Mexico shows will be Michael Ehre (ULI JON ROTH, KEE MARCELLO, etc.). Michael’s a beast, a truly fantastic player with years of experience next to top musicians and bands and we’re very happy to have him on board!

You can check Michael out here."

See below to view all the band’s upcoming dates.

Furthemore, Firewind and current OZZY OSBOURNE guitarist Gus G. will once again attend the NAMM Show in Anaheim, California and will be signing at the following dates and times:

Friday, January 15th
1pm - 2pm
Gus G. and Alex Skolnick (TESTAMENT) at Seymour Duncan
Booth 4358 in Hall C

Saturday, January 16th
2pm - 3pm
ESP Guitars
Booth 213D, Level 2

Also, Gus will join Uli Jon Roth & Friends on stage on Friday night, January 15th at The Grove, Anaheim.

Firewind is currently working hard on their new studio album release which is expected to surface via Century Media Records later this year.

Firewind - Live Premonition in Mexico 2010 dates include:

February
12th - Mexico City, Mexico - Hard Rock Live
13th - Puebla, Mexico - Bulldog
14th - Mexico City, Mexico - Bicentennial Fest

 

[Symphony]

Best wishes to Mark for his future endeavours.....it won't be the same without the "bus driver" behind the kit! (everyone who was on the 2007 European tour will know what I'm on about!)

 

[fool_in_paradise]

This sucks!!! damn people and their 'Personal' differences Mark was and is awesome

 

[RedFox742]

Hey, Steve, your having been in a couple bands that have gone through lineup changes, what exactly do bands mean when they cite "personal" or "musical differences"?

Just how euphemistic IS that, anyway?

 

[Andiferum]

Hey, Steve, your having been in a couple bands that have gone through lineup changes, what exactly do bands mean when they cite "personal" or "musical differences"?

Just how euphemistic IS that, anyway?

I think when things are listed as "personal differences", it's generally best that the fans never find out.

 

[MetalCodd]

"Personal" or "Musical Differences" could mean pretty much anything depending on how much the band actually want to give away about the split. Your average band generally prefers to keep things "in-house", and will either give an answer that vaguely describes what caused the split or just outright lie. In Firewind's case, they have cited "personal differences" and most likely will leave it at that.

 

[looseunit]

hahah the bus driver - twas a great tour that one !!! Steve Williams bad boy letting that one out !! what goes on tour .....