Guitarist Alex Bouks has left the ranks of death metallers Incantation, currently recording their new album to follow Vanquish In Vengeance. The band announced that it is better to go separate ways even though they wish him the best.

Incantation released this statement: "With a heavy heart we announce the resignation of our long time metal brother Alex Bouks. Over the last few years there have been some rough waters that we have all been navigating. A hiatus is more desired, thinking this is the best thing to do to save the magic that we have all worked together on.

"With respect we wish only the best to Alex and his work outside the band. He is truly an amazing musician and we are happy to have worked with him."

Alex also posted the following on his Facebook page: "I have officially resigned as lead guitarist for Incantation. I have spent 7 years with the band and have had some great experiences and made some great friends during that time with the band. I will be focusing on my personal life in 2014 and playing guitar duties with Master and some select shows with Funebrarum as well. I now will be completely focused on my new band Eturnus and I am very excited about the future ahead. I hope to see you all on the road. Cheers Alex."

Source:	incantation.com
Band profile:	Incantation