Tuesday, 2 June 2015

3 Inches of Blood Parts Ways

Seeing this post this afternoon, I couldn't help but feel a little sadness:

Unfortunately this is not the sort of news you were wanting to hear but here goes.
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It is now that we come to announce that 3 Inches of Blood has decided to part ways.
Naturally, people will have questions as to why we have collectively made this decision. While our reasons are personal, just know we are all still good friends, but it is just time to move on. 
All of us will continue to pursue musical projects, so refer to our social media pages to keep up with that. 
We are eternally thankful to our fans, friends and family that have stuck by us through thick and thin and always believed in us. You are the reason this band got anywhere and kept us going. We'd also like to thank our musical peers and former 3 Inches of Blood members for all your love and support over the years.
We'd like to put one last stamp on the band's career and end it in grand style. Our final performance will be in our hometown of Vancouver, BC, Canada on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at the fabulous Commodore Ballroom. We're pleased to say that, Fire Up the Blades-era bassist, Nick Cates will be playing the show with us. As well, we intend to deliver other special surprises that will make this a night to remember. Tickets go on sale this Friday, June 5 and you will be able to get them here http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/11004EBD8E6467B9

3 Inches of Blood has been one of those bands that, time and time again, have managed to bring an amazing amount of energy to their live shows. No matter the venue, or the size of the crowd. This band has always represented good times, beer, and fantastic live music for me. (Not to mention some pretty damn good albums).  As one of the most down to earth, hardworking bands out there, it saddens me a little to know that these Canadian metallers will not be continuing as 3 Inches of Blood. While it is understandable that things change, it is still a little disappointing to know that I won't be able to look forward to seeing this band come through town in the future.