German power metal band Primal Fear parted ways with four members at the same time — guitarist Alex Beyrodt, guitarist Tom Naumann, drummer Michael Ehré, and bassist Alex Jansen.
Earlier on August 23, Beyrodt, Naumann, Ehré, and Jansen shared a message on social media. The members mentioned that there was no bad blood and that they just had creative differences.
“Dear fans and friends of Primal Fear, we unfortunately have to inform you today that Alex Beyrodt, Tom Naumann, Michael Ehré and Alex Jansen, who helped us on bass for the last two years, are no longer part of the band Primal Fear,” the band stated. “Triggered by decisions within the band that we do not agree with, this step was anything but easy for us to take. We would like to make it clear that despite the differences of opinion, there was no argument or bad blood.” The members finished their statement by thanking for the time spent together, the albums and the shows.
One of the remaining members, Mat Sinner, also shared a statement about the leaving members: “Soon we will reveal some surprising Primal Fear news. We will focus now on recording a new album and we’re totally excited! Have a great sunny weekend my friends, have a nice drink and crank up some cool music,” he wrote.
Two days later, the band shared another post to answer the questions about the studio guitarist Magnus Karlsson: “To answer some of your questions – Magnus Karlsson is still in the band! The only difference to a week ago is that he will join Primal Fear permanently on albums (like always) and from now on @ all live shows and tours again!”
“Can’t wait to hit the stage with Primal Fear again! It’s going to be an incredible ride! We’re going to create something truly special together, both live and in the studio, and I’m so grateful to share this journey with all you metalheads! Metal is forever,” Karlsson added in another post.
Singer Ralf Scheepers and bassist Sinner haven’t announced any replacements for the musicians who left yet.