Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based melodic metallers ICARUS WITCH have parted ways with vocalist Matthew Bizilia and have replaced him with Christopher Shaner.
Commented the band in a statement: "Matthew's contributions to the band have been immeasurable over the past six years.
"While this was a serious decision for both parties, professional differences of opinion led to the change.
"Bizilia is a phenomenal talent who will always be a part of the WITCH family as we wish him much success on his future ventures."
Incoming vocalist and Erie, Pennsylvania native Shaner is a longtime friend and collaborator of guitarist Quinn Lukas. Before Quinn moved to Pittsburgh to join ICARUS WITCH in 2006, he had worked on various musical projects with the singer. Much like the recent acquisition of second guitarist Ed Skero, the choice to add Christopher to the band was based on a combination of what he brings to the lineup personally, musically and professionally. His powerful vocal range, sense of harmony and intense work ethic are a perfect fit for the next phase of this band.
Writing for the follow-up to "Draw Down The Moon" has already commenced with the new recruits and it promises to be the band's most diverse, melodic and epic release ever.
ICARUS WITCH's new lineup will make its live debut at Pittsburgh's Hard Rock Cafe on Friday, May 28, where the band will be opening for LIZZY BORDEN.
"Draw Down The Moon" was released on February 9 through Cleopatra Records.
http://www.myspace.com/icaruswitch
Commented the band in a statement: "Matthew's contributions to the band have been immeasurable over the past six years.
"While this was a serious decision for both parties, professional differences of opinion led to the change.
"Bizilia is a phenomenal talent who will always be a part of the WITCH family as we wish him much success on his future ventures."
Incoming vocalist and Erie, Pennsylvania native Shaner is a longtime friend and collaborator of guitarist Quinn Lukas. Before Quinn moved to Pittsburgh to join ICARUS WITCH in 2006, he had worked on various musical projects with the singer. Much like the recent acquisition of second guitarist Ed Skero, the choice to add Christopher to the band was based on a combination of what he brings to the lineup personally, musically and professionally. His powerful vocal range, sense of harmony and intense work ethic are a perfect fit for the next phase of this band.
Writing for the follow-up to "Draw Down The Moon" has already commenced with the new recruits and it promises to be the band's most diverse, melodic and epic release ever.
ICARUS WITCH's new lineup will make its live debut at Pittsburgh's Hard Rock Cafe on Friday, May 28, where the band will be opening for LIZZY BORDEN.
"Draw Down The Moon" was released on February 9 through Cleopatra Records.
http://www.myspace.com/icaruswitch
