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Drummer Quits The Sword; All Tour Dates Canceled

7:47 p.m. · October 11, 2010 · by Chris Chafin

Improbably named drummer Trivett Wingo has just announced that he's quitting Austin, TX indie metal pioneers The Sword, forcing them to cancel all of their U.S. tour dates. The move, announced this afternoon, comes shortly after the band was forced to cancel their European tour. The band, who just released their first album in two years, Warp Riders, plan to soldier on as a group, and claim the split is "mutual and amicable," if not very well-timed. "The life of a touring musician isn't for everyone," they say in their official statement, just shy of mockingly.  The band plans to re-schedule their tour as soon as possible. Full statements from both Wingo and The Sword are below. 


"It is with deep sadness that I am announcing my departure from The Sword.  After nearly seven years and some of the most amazing adventures of a lifetime,  I have arrived at a place where I am physically and emotionally unable to continue on as part of The Sword.  If I could go any further, I would as I love the music and JD, Bryan and Kyle are people that I deeply respect, but I have reached a point where I just can't do this anymore.  I would like to thank the wonderful people who made this experience what it has been:  the fans, the people that I have worked and all of the bands and musicians that have inspired me over the years.  I thank you and apologize for any disappointment that this may cause anyone, not least of which The Sword.”  - Trivett Wingo

We wish Trivett nothing but the best, and it is with heavy hearts that we bid him farewell.  He is a phenomenal musician and has been an integral part of this band's success.  He helped to lay the foundation that we will continue to build upon, and we wouldn't be where we are without him.  We wish he could continue the adventure with us, but we understand that the life of a touring musician is not for everyone.  It's been a hell of a ride, and we're sad to see this part of the journey end.  The show must go on, though, and will be back on the road as soon as humanly possible.” - JD, Kyle & Bryan