Machine Head Issue Statement Clarifying Band's Situation After Members Quit
Monday, 01 October 2018
Written by Jon Stickler
Machine Head have released a statement clarifying the band's position after frontman Robb Flynn announced a farewell tour over the weekend.
During an emotional post to Facebook Live last Friday, Flynn confirmed that lead guitarist Phil Demmel and drummer David McClain had quit the band, revealing that they had "grown apart as people" and admitting that he had "held on too tight to the reins of the band."
Flynn also confirmed that the band's next run of dates would serve as a "farewell" tour, leading many to think the band's days were numbered. They have since moved to clarify their situation and confirmed that Demmel and McClain's exit won't signal the end of Machine Head. A statement posted to social media reads:
"After 23 years with Dave McClain pounding the skins at the drum throne, and 15 years with Phil Demmel shredding the guitar on stage right, both members have decided to move on from Machine Head and open a new chapter in their lives.⠀
The upcoming Freaks and Zeroes tour of North America (that starts this Thursday in Sacramento, CA) is still happening, and will be a celebration of the music that the line-up have created throughout the years. The split is amicable, and the guys are looking forward to playing these very special shows for the Head Cases of North America and ending this era on a positive and classy note.⠀
Head to our YouTube page to watch Robb's emotional announcement.
To clarify: this is the Farewell Tour of this line-up of Machine Head, not the Farewell Tour of Machine Head, as has been reported in the media. ⠀
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Machine Head wish to thank Phil and Dave for their significant contributions to the band, both musically and lyrically, as well for the spirit, genuine passion they infused into the music, and legendary live performances brought along the way.
Machine Head ask that you, the Head Cases, the Freaks & Zeroes, the Lion Hearts of America, come down and have a drink (or 5), a joint (or 3), rage at the shows, let your freak-flag-fly, and celebrate this unique moment in time with us.
Thank you friends,
- Machine Head"
Machine Head Upcoming Tour Dates are as follows
Thu October 04 2018 - SACRAMENTO California - Ace of Spades (USA)
Sat October 06 2018 - MISSOULA Montana - Wilma Theatre (USA)
Mon October 08 2018 - CALGARY Alberta - Palace Theatre Calgary (Canada)
Tue October 09 2018 - EDMONTON Alberta - Union Hall (Canada)
Wed October 10 2018 - SASKATOON Saskatchewan - Louis Pub (Canada)
Fri October 12 2018 - WINNIPEG Manitoba - Garrick Centre At The Marlborough (Canada)
Sat October 13 2018 - MINOT North Dakota - Original Bar & Nightclub (USA)
Mon October 15 2018 - MINNEAPOLIS Minnesota - First Avenue (USA)
Wed October 17 2018 - MADISON Wisconsin - Majestic Theatre Madison (USA)
Thu October 18 2018 - DES MOINES Iowa - Wooly's (USA)
Fri October 19 2018 - KANSAS CITY Missouri - Truman - Kansas City (USA)
Sat October 20 2018 - JOLIET Illinois - Forge Joliet (USA)
Mon October 22 2018 - CLEVELAND Ohio - Agora Theater (USA)
Tue October 23 2018 - GRAND RAPIDS Michigan - Intersection (USA)
Wed October 24 2018 - DETROIT Michigan - Majestic Theatre - MI (USA)
Fri October 26 2018 - FORT WAYNE Indiana - Clyde Theatre (USA)
Sat October 27 2018 - COLUMBUS Ohio - Newport Music Hall (USA)
Mon October 29 2018 - PITTSBURGH Pennsylvania - Stage AE (USA)
Tue October 30 2018 - HARTFORD Connecticut - Webster Theater (USA)
Wed October 31 2018 - HUNTINGTON New York - Paramount Theatre Huntington (USA)
Fri November 02 2018 - SAYREVILLE New Jersey - Starland Ballroom (USA)
Sat November 03 2018 - RICHMOND Virginia - National - VA (USA)
Sun November 04 2018 - BALTIMORE Maryland - Baltimore Soundstage (USA)
Wed November 07 2018 - ASHEVILLE North Carolina - Orange Peel (USA)
Fri November 09 2018 - LOUISVILLE Kentucky - Mercury Ballroom (USA)
Sat November 10 2018 - NASHVILLE Tennessee - Exit In (USA)
Sun November 11 2018 - CHARLOTTE North Carolina - Underground - Charlotte (USA)
Tue November 13 2018 - FORT LAUDERDALE Florida - Revolution Live (USA)
Wed November 14 2018 - TAMPA Florida - Ritz Ybor (USA)
Fri November 16 2018 - NEW ORLEANS Louisiana - House Of Blues - New Orleans (USA)
Sat November 17 2018 - AUSTIN Texas - Emos (USA)
Sun November 18 2018 - LUBBOCK Texas - Jake's Sports Cafe And Backroom (USA)
Tue November 20 2018 - TUCSON Arizona - Club XS - Tucson (USA)
Wed November 21 2018 - SAN DIEGO California - House of Blues San Diego (USA)
Fri November 23 2018 - ANAHEIM California - House of Blues Anaheim (USA)
Sat November 24 2018 - SANTA CRUZ California - Catalyst Santa Cruz (USA)
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