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Avenged Sevenfold - Part Ways With Drummer


Avenged Sevenfold are parting ways with another drummer. Arin Ilejay is no longer behind the kit and the band will be moving forward without him due to creative differences. Since the passing of drummer Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan in 2009, the band has had in its ranks Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater) and later Arin Ilejay. Avenged Sevenfold still haven't announced a replacement but say they are excited about their future plans. Any guesses on who the new drummer might be?

Here is the full statement released by the band: "Hello everyone - We are writing this to inform you all that we will be moving forward without Arin IIejay as our drummer. Arin has been nothing but a positive energy and monster drummer for us over the past 4 years. We love the guy and always will. We are and will always be grateful to him for helping us to move forward through some very dark times. Creatively though, we felt we needed to move in a different direction. While we can't say more at this time, we are excited for the future and looking forward to sharing our plans soon with the greatest fans in the world. As always we appreciate your understanding and unwavering support. With Love - Matt, Zack, Brian, Johnny."

Source: avengedsevenfold.com
Band profile: Avenged Sevenfold
Posted: 24.07.2015 by BloodTears


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24.07.2015 - 11:55
MikeVonDoom

It's hard to find replacement, when you already have the perfect guy!
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24.07.2015 - 19:50
Cynic Metalhead
Paisa Vich Nasha
It's final.

Rev's ghost sit on A7X drums. No one can ever replace Rev.

Also, RIP The Rev.
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25.07.2015 - 01:28
Doge of Venice

Next album will feature a MIDI drum track played by the new The Rev preset in EZDrummer.

I get the feeling they put so much emphasis on him because he was the main songwriter and they pay tribute to him so often that fans don't realise how dull they are these days.
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