Primus drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander has abruptly stop the band by way of e-mail. In response to an announcement from Primus, Alexander emailed the band and mentioned “he misplaced his ardour for taking part in.” Alexander drummed for Primus between 1989 and 1996, and once more between 2003 and 2010, after which once more between 2013 and current day.
Primus states they won’t cancel any exhibits and as a substitute will keep it up their New Yr’s Eve gig with members of related bands Holy Mackerel and Frog Brigade. As for his or her look at Tool‘s seashore vacation spot competition, they’re gonna have Device‘s personal Danny Carey fill in.
“On Thursday, October 17th, we acquired an e-mail from Tim ‘Herb’ Alexander expressing that efficient instantly he would not be concerned with P. It got here as an entire shock to all of us right here within the Primus camp,” wrote the band.
“On the heels of a beautiful Spring & Summer time of touring and a few fabulous plans forward, it has been a bit bewildering for us that Herb would so abruptly decide out. After a number of makes an attempt to speak with Herb, his solely response was one other e-mail stating that he has ‘misplaced his ardour for taking part in’. As disappointing as that’s, we respect his selection and it’s compelled us to make some robust choices.
“We thought of cancelling the annual New Yr’s present, however after a lot discuss Les and Ler have determined to pivot to an augmented model of Primus that includes members of Holy Mackerel and Frog Brigade. This will likely be an thrilling particular, one-time occasion.
“So far as future Primus, the band is wanting ahead to performing within the Dominican Republic with Tool and others. Danny Carey has as soon as once more graciously supplied to fill the drum throne. For ‘Sessanta’, Primus plans on trying to find the ‘best drummer on earth’. Particulars to observe…
“Thanks for all of your help and understanding.”
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