DIABOLIC Parts Ways With Bassist/Vocalist, Seeks Replacement

November 16, 2010

Tampa, Florida's DIABOLIC has parted ways with bassist/vocalist Paul Ouellette due to what the rest of the group alleges was "his drunken and unprofessional behavior" when he "walk[ed] offstage mid-song during the band's performance [on] Friday, November 12 at the 'Goregrowler's Ball IV' in San Antonio, Texas. . . For DIABOLIC's frontman to behave in this way is inexcusable and after several warnings, we have no choice; Paul has been removed permanently from the lineup, and is no longer a member of DIABOLIC. DIABOLIC continued to play our next several songs and finished our set without vocals, and we would like to thank all of our friends and fans who stayed to show your support during and after our set! Many of you have said how much you enjoyed our set even without vocals, and that you respect us for finishing our set in spite of what happened. For that we say THANK YOU!! And thank you to 'Goregrowler's Ball' promoter Aaron Mendiola (also vocalist of ENGAGED IN MUTILATING) for having us, and we look forward to the day when we can return to San Antonio, Texas and bring you all DIABOLIC they way it was meant to be!!"

The band adds, "Effective immediately, DIABOLIC are seeking a replacement bassist/vocalist. We are looking for pro gear, stage presence, and most importantly sick vocals and bass skills. We have a European tour offer for 2011, so ability to tour is a must! Qualified applicants will live in or near the Tampa, Florida area or willing to relocate."

If you are interested and "have what it takes," send an e-mail to [email protected].

DIABOLIC's fifth full-length album, "Excisions of Exorcisms", was released in June via Deathgasm Records. The CD was recorded at D.O.W. Studios in Seffner, Florida with producer Juan "Punchy" Gonzalez (MORBID ANGEL, TERRORIZER, UNHOLY GHOST, live sound for NILE). The cover artwork was created by Joe Petagno (MOTÖRHEAD, MARDUK, KRISIUN, ANGELCORPSE) and can be viewed below.

DIABOLIC's current lineup includes includes Aantar Coates (drums),and guitarists Kelly McLauchlin (UNHOLY GHOST, PESSIMIST) and Jeff Parrish (BLASTMASTERS).

For more information, visit www.diabolic-deathmetal.com.

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