Jeff and Van leave Nevermore

[The Fiddler]

Kind of expected, and although I am certainly bummed, part of me is happy. It was obvious beyond obvious that the chemistry was bad, they should pursue what they want to pursue if it can't work out. They should never force it to work if it can't work and the last album imo was proof of that.

Agreed. The last NM disc that was memorable for me was, "Dead Heart in a Dead World."

 

[KingsGene]

13 year bump....

NEVERMORE Drops Teaser – “A New Chapter Rises” In 2025​

"... Guitarist Jeff Loomis and drummer Van Williams are teasing a return of Nevermore in 2025.

The duo issued teasers on their social media pages with phrases “Resurrecting The Dream” and “A New Chapter Rises”...."

Bassist JIM SHEPPARD "Has Never Been Contacted" In Regards To NEVERMORE's Return In 2025 - "It Is Completely Disrespectful Of Them To Use The Name"​

 

[KingsGene]

JEFF LOOMIS And VAN WILLIAMS Issue Open Letter Explaining NEVERMORE Comeback; Accepting International Auditions For New Vocalist And Bassist​

 

[KingsGene]

JEFF LOOMIS And VAN WILLIAMS Issue Update On NEVERMORE Vocalist And Bassist Open Audition Process​

 

[KingsGene]

Founding NEVERMORE Bassist JIM SHEPPARD Weighs In On Being Excluded From Comeback - "I'm Disappointed No One Reached Out To Me Concerning The Name Nevermore; I Wish Them The Best"​

 

[KingsGene]

NEVERMORE - Vocalist And Bassist Auditions To Officially Close On January 30th​

 

[KingsGene]

NEVERMORE Guitarist JEFF LOOMIS On Search For New Vocalist And Bassist – “We Have Over 350 Submissions Already”​

 

[KingsGene]

NEVERMORE Vocalist And Bassist Auditions Officially Closed – “We’ve Received Over 650 Submissions From Around The World”​

JEFF LOOMIS Says NEVERMORE’s Return Will Be “Bigger And Better Than It Ever Was”​

 

[KingsGene]

Former NEVERMORE Touring Guitarist CURRAN MURPHY Weighs In On Band’s Rebirth – “JEFF LOOMIS Won’t Settle For Anything Less Than Something That’s Going To Be The Correct Homage To WARREL DANE’s Legacy”​

 

[KingsGene]

See Nevermore at Day 3 of ProgPower USA XXV on Friday, September 11th 2026!

 

[KingsGene]

Guitarist JEFF LOOMIS Says NEVERMORE’s New Vocalist Is “Able To Sing Almost Exactly Like WARREL DANE” (Video)​

"... Loomis:

It was something that I’ve been talking with to Van Williams for, I would say, three years, about reforming Nevermore. The whole subject comes up, is it proper (to reform the band) when a singer passes away? I think it is. I think that there were some things that were left unsaid, and I think we had more things to say musically. It’s unfortunate that Warrel Dane passed away – he was one of my best friends – but I really, honestly believe that Van and I and the rest of the new band (will do the band’s legacy justice), and we are scheduling shows already for 2026.

With everybody’s input in the band, it’s gonna be really cool. The (new) musicians are absolutely fantastic and are able to play all the stuff perfectly, and the singer’s able to sing almost exactly like Warrel. But he’s got a death metal voice; he’s got different ways he can use his voice, and we wanna utilize that. So, it’s gonna be cool.

..."

 

[KingsGene]

NEVERMORE Signs With Reigning Phoenix Music; New Lineup Revealed; Rehearsal Video Streaming​

"... Legendary heavy metal powerhouse, Nevermore, have signed with Reigning Phoenix Music. The band also welcomes to the lineup Jack Cattoi on guitar, Semir Özerkan on bass, and new vocalist Berzan Önen. To showcase the new lineup, Nevermore’s first live appearance will take place on April 1 in Istanbul, Turkey...."

"... Directed and produced by Ola Englund, Nevermore have released a documentary film showcasing their rehearsals in January of this year at Swans Neck Soundworks in Väderstad, Sweden. Featuring powerful, raw performances of their tracks including “The River Dragon Has Come”, “Engines of Hate” and “The Heart Collector”, it offers an thrilling insight into the band’s new era.

The film also sees guitarist Jeff Loomis and drummer Van Williams discuss their decision to bring Nevermore back, introduce the new members, and reveal their thoughts throughout the audition process. Additionally, Loomis and Williams share news of forthcoming festival appearances across 2026, and future plans for Nevermore...."

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