Machinemade God loses singer

After five years, Machinemade God's frontman and founding member Florian "Flow" Velten has decided to leave the band.

Flo comments: "This was definitely one of the toughest decisions I had to make, and it was really hard to face the fact that I'm truly giving up on this band. There are a lot of reasons that have brought me to this, but I don't wanna talk shit or blame anyone for the trouble we had with and within the band. Instead I wanna thank everyone for the good times I had while being in this band, all the people I have met, the places I have seen just by playing music and doing what I love. Thanks to everyone who supported us, came to our shows, bought our stuff, booked us, promoted us, all the bands we had the chance and pleasure to tour and share the stage with and everyone at Metal Blade Records for giving us the chance to be a part of the MB-Family, and all the awesome work they have done for us. See you around."

Here's what the band had to say: "Today is a sad day for MMG fans around the world. We are very sorry to announce, that Singer Flo is leaving the band for several, personal and familiar, reasons. At present he sees no way to go on and we really regret this fact. Nonetheless we have to accept and respect his decision. With Flo we made great albums and played unforgettable shows, we had great times together. We wish him all the best for the future. Thank you Flo!

"However, we will continue to work on new material. Who will become the new voice and face of the band has not been decided, yet - but, expect a CD release in 2009. We are currently casting potential singers but, if you think you are or know the right frontman for MMG and experienced enough (should live in Germany / Nordrhein-Westfalen), feel free to contact us. Thanks to everyone who has always supported us and will support us in the future!"

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Tags:  Florian Velten, Machinemade God, Germany  

jason    September 07, 2008