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Express Tribune
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Guns N' Roses part ways with longtime drummer Frank Ferrer after 19 years
Guns N' Roses have officially parted ways with drummer Frank Ferrer after nearly two decades together. The band confirmed the lineup change in a statement released on Wednesday (March 19), calling the departure amicable. 'Guns N' Roses announce the amicable exit of Frank Ferrer, the longest-serving drummer in their storied run,' the statement read. 'The band thanks Frank for his friendship, creativity and sturdy presence over the past 19 years, and they wish him success in the next chapter of his musical journey.' Ferrer joined the band in 2006, replacing Bryan 'Brain' Mantia, who had been with the group since 2000. His tenure made him the longest-serving drummer in Guns N' Roses history, surpassing Steven Adler, who was behind the kit from 1990 to 1997. His recording contributions began with five tracks on Chinese Democracy, the band's long-awaited 2008 album. He also appeared on the live portion of 2022's Hard Skool EP, while former drummer Brain played on the studio tracks, as well as Guns N' Roses' 2023 singles 'Perhaps' and 'The General.' Ferrer's final performance with the band took place at Mexico's Hell & Heaven Metal Fest in November 2023, which remains Guns N' Roses' most recent live show. The group is set to resume touring soon, kicking off their Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things Tour in South Korea on May 1. The tour will continue through the Middle East and Europe, wrapping up with a July 31 show in Germany. No replacement for Ferrer has been announced. Beyond his time with Guns N' Roses, Ferrer performed with The Beautiful and later joined future GNR bandmate Richard Fortus in both Love Spit Love and The Psychedelic Furs. In 2019, he co-founded the rock band PSSR, which has released several singles in recent years.
The Independent
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Guns N' Roses split with drummer Frank Ferrer after 19 years
Guns N' Roses have announced that drummer Frank Ferrer is leaving the band after 19 years. The band have had a total of six drummers over their 40-year existence. Steven Adler, who played on their 1987 debut album Appetite for Destruction, was sacked in 1990 over his heroin addiction. Ferrer's almost two decades behind the Guns N' Roses drumkit made him the band's longest-serving drummer. In a statement shared on Instagram, the band announced that the 58-year-old New Yorker's departure was 'amicable.' The statement continued: 'The band thanks Frank for his friendship, creativity and sturdy presence over the past 19 years, and wish him success in the next chapter of his musical journey. 'Frank first joined GNR during a show in June 2006 helping anchor the rhythm section during subsequent tours, including their recent outings featuring the reunited trio of Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan. His last show with the band took place November 5, 2023 in Mexico.' Ferrer replaced Bryan Mantia, also known as Brain, who was with the band from 2000 to 2006. Prior to that, the role was filled by Josh Freese, who is now a member of Foo Fighters, from 1997 to 2000. Matt Sorum, who is also known for his work with Velvet Revolver, was the band's drummer from 1990 to 1997. The group's original drummer was Rob Gardner. On X/Twitter, fans reacted to news of Ferrer's departure with an outpouring of praise. 'I had the pleasure of seeing Frank Ferrer play with Guns N' Roses multiple times and he's had the impossible job of blending eras and play styles,' wrote one. 'Here's hoping his next projects are just as awesome and GNR finds a great new drummer.' Another added: '19 years with Guns N' Roses is a crazy stat and a huge accomplishment. He's been a part of some iconic shows during that time. All the best to Frank Ferrer.' The band are set to embark on a world tour in May, with shows in Korea, Japan, Thailand and India kicking off a run that will conclude in Germany in July. It has not yet been announced who will drum for those shows, although some fans online have called for Adler or Sorum to return. The band's recent tours have seen them play huge shows around the world, although not always to critical acclaim. The Independent 's Mark Beaumont felt their performance at Glastonbury in 2023 was a 'frontrunner for the worst Glastonbury headline set of all time.'
