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Swedish melodic death metal pioneers Dark Tranquillity have parted ways with drummer Anders Jivarp.
Jivarp is an original member of Dark Tranquillity, having played on all the band’s releases to date. Jivarp will be replaced on Dark Tranquillity’s upcoming tour by Joakim Strandberg Nilsson (In Mourning, Wolves Within).
Dark Tranquility frontman Mikael Stanne shared the news of Jivarp departures in a statement on social media earlier today. He wrote: “Times have truly changed.
“This last year and a half has been challenging to say the least, and we’ve all had time to think over our decisions and motivations in all aspects of life. When removed from what you take for granted, it becomes clear that you realize what is truly important in life. And this is different for everybody.
“Anders Jivarp has decided to move on to other things and not be a part of the band anymore.
“Anders is one of the most amazing, loyal and dedicated friends and musicians you could ever find and as sad as we are seeing him go, we know that if passion leads you elsewhere you should follow it.
“Anders Jivarp has of course been there from the very beginning, being instrumental in creating the sound that eventually became our own. His songs are some of our most beloved and with the exception of one insane evening in Istanbul 20 years ago he has played every single show since the band’s inception. We’re excited to hear what will come out of Anders’ future musical projects.
“We love you guys so much and we wish you the absolute best in everything that you do.”
