Escape The Fate have just announced the temporary departure of their touring guitarist Monte Money, who is currently taking a break from the band. There is however, a silver lining to the lineup change. The band has also announced the addition of new guitarist Kevin Thrasher, along with welcoming back bassist Max Green who entered rehab late last year. A statement from the band can be seen below:
Escape The Fate welcomes back bassist Max Green into the band’s touring fold along with new guitarist Kevin Thrasher, substituting for Monte Money, who has decided to step away from life on the road for now. The two join singer Craig Mabbitt and drummer Robert Ortiz to fill out the group. Green, who took the first half of 2011 to get healthy and recover from addiction says, “I’m feeling great and am glad to be back with my band. Escape The Fate is my life. This is where I belong.” Thrasher, who previously toured for years with Love Hate Hero, is excited to hit the road Escape The Fate. Although Money will still be a creative force in the band, Thrasher has taken over lead guitar touring duties. Known for his shredding, powerful playing, he is an enthralling addition.
Escape The Fate are set to embark on this year’s edition of the Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival tour in late August with the likes of Avenged Sevenfold, Seether, Three Days Grace, Bullet For My Valentine, and a bunch more. Check out dates here.
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