Sadly The Ocean actually weren’t messing round once they set out on their ‘Finish Of An Eon‘ run of exhibits that concluded earlier this 12 months. The German post-metal collective billed that tour as their last run with their then present lineup, and since then, the lineup adjustments have been snowballing. Drummer Paul Seidel exited in February, with guitarist David Ramis Åhfeldt departing earlier this month.
Now lead vocalist Loïc Rossetti has revealed his impending exit from the group, vacating a place he’s held since 2009. In a press release shared through social media yesterday, June thirteenth, Rosetti supplied:
“What a wild experience these 16 years have been! As you would possibly’ve heard, I’m stepping down as vocalist of The Ocean and Hellfest will likely be my last present with the band.
To everybody who’s been there from sweaty basement gigs to festivals, your help saved this fireplace burning. A few of you turned actual associates alongside the way in which. By no means noticed that coming. Thanks.
This choice is mine. Over time, our visions and artistic paths naturally drifted. With out diving too deep into it, I’ve realized I’m now not meant to be a part of this specific dynamic. No drama, simply heading in numerous instructions.
The Ocean will stick with it, and I want them nicely. I’m happy with what we constructed. Huge because of Robin, my bandmates, each crew member, my spouse and household and everybody who helped make this journey attainable.
As for me, I’m diving into one thing new and bringing all this power with me. I’m stoked for no matter insanity comes subsequent.
Horns up, you lovely lunatics. Thanks for making all this chaos value it. Preserve backing the bands you dig and keep secure on the market.
Peace”
The Ocean‘s last present with Rosetti will happen this Saturday, June twenty first on the annual ‘Hellfest Open Air‘ in Clisson, France.
