Guitarist
Christopher Amott has
released the following statement after announcing his departure as a founding member of Arch Enemy:
I have left Arch Enemy to pursue my solo career. I'm gonna continue to
be very active in music, working with all kinds of styles — this does not rule
out metal. I have just recorded a new solo album, set to be released in
April.
Arch Enemy has recruited 26-year-old American guitarist
Nick Cordle (
ARSIS) to replace
Christopher. The band said in a statement,
There is no
drama behind the scenes here. This is the best way forward for all involved. Christopher simply isn't into playing
extreme metal anymore. We have already chosen and rehearsed with a new guitar
player and we will complete the 'Khaos
Legions' 2012 touring cycle as planned."
Added Christopher's
brother, Arch Enemy guitarist Michael Amott: "Nick was my first choice as he ticks all the right boxes
for Arch Enemy with his musicality and
technicality as well as his personality and dedication. [We are] looking forward
to having him join us stage, the rehearsals have shown we have a devastating
twin axe attack going on!
Christopher Amott started his career in
music in 1995 as a founding creative force and guitarist in
Arch Enemy. In this context, he is known for his
tastefully technical guitar work and memorably emotive playing style.
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