Fresh from a tremendously successful year that saw the release of the band's critically acclaimed, self-titled, 3rd album and a world tour, there's more positive news coming out of the Chimaira camp.
The band has welcomed original drummer Andols Herrick back into the group.
"He is a totally different person," enthused singer Mark Hunter. "We jammed the other day and he's a monster behind the kit. There is a lot of passion and excitement in his eyes, I can really tell he is renewed."
Many people got a glimpse into the reasons why Andols originally left the group in Chimaira's DVD, 'The Dehumanizing Process'. Seen pacing for hours at a time, Andols clearly, was not happy being on the road.
"Being away from the band and touring for almost two years made me realize how much I missed it," said Herrick. "Being involved in the Roadrunner 25th album and concert made me realize that this is where I want to be."
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>The reemergence of Andols means that recent drummer Kevin Talley is no longer in the group.
"Kevin is an amazing drummer," stated Hunter. "This decision had nothing to do with his skills and everything to do with getting someone back who has been with us since day one. Some of us have known Andols since we were in High School."
Talley is tipped to play drums with The Red Chord on their upcoming US tour. Meanwhile Andols will hit the road with the band for a handful of US headline dates in March before they tour the States with Children of Bodom.