Legendary metal band shock fans as member exits after seven years
MUSIC fans have been left reeling following one member's shock departure from a legendary metal band.
Supporters of the group are in shock after the drummer downed his sticks and walked away just days before their massive European tour.
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In Flames has parted ways with its drummer
Credit: Getty
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Tanner Wayne has quit the band after seven years
Credit: Instagram
In Flames announced the
news
on the band's social media accounts, telling fans they had "parted ways" with Tanner Wayne.
In a statement released on Instagram, In Flames said: "It is with profound gratitude and and appreciation that we announce our creative decision to part ways with Tanner Wayne.
"His dedication and musicianship over the past several years has left, and will continue to leave, a lasting mark on this band.
"We wish him nothing but the best."
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The Swedish band, which was formed 35 years ago, concluded: "We appreciate your support and understanding at this time and hope to see you all on tour this
summer
."
Tanner, 37, joined In Flames in July 2018 when he replaced drummer Joe Rickard.
The US musician had begun his drumming career in the hardcore punk band Underminded in 2006, but only featured on one album.
He went on to drum for Chiodos
and Suicide Silence before his seven-year stint with In Flames.
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Tanner's shock exit from the band came just days before they kicked off their European tour in Estonia.
For the
next
month, the group - consisting of Björn Gelotte, Anders Fridén, Chris Broderick and Liam Wilson - will be performing across central Europe, eventually wrapping up Sweden.
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But despite Tanner walking away, the shows will go on.
In Flames has already recruited a new drummer who accompanied them on their opening night in Tallin, Estonia, on Monday.
Jon Rice has stepped in for the band's high profile tour and appears to have slotted right in.
Alongside a photo of himself playing on stage, Jon wrote on Instagram: "Show #1 done. Thank you for the warm welcome, Tallinn.
"And thank you to @inflames for having me and trusting me with your tunes."
In Flames was originally formed
by guitarist
Jesper Strömblad
in
Gothenburg
out of the
Swedish death metal scene in 1990.
The lineup has changed multiple times over the past three decades, however
vocalist
Anders Fridén
and guitarist
Björn Gelotte
have remained consistent since 1995.
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US drummer Tanner's departure came days before In Flames' European tour
Credit: Instagram
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The opening night in Estonia still went ahead on Monday
Credit: Getty
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Jon Rice has stepped in as Tanner's replacement
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