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Firewind announces new drummer


Firewind FIREWIND - announce new drummer; Gus G. schedules NAMM appearances; Mexico shows! Greek melodic metal act FIREWIND have posted a statement regarding a recent line-up change in the light of the band's upcoming live shows in Mexico: "FIREWIND has decided to part ways with drummer Mark Cross due to personal differences. We thank Mark for his work and contribution to FIREWIND and wish him good luck in the future. Behind the kit, for the upcoming Mexico shows will be Michael Ehre (Uli Jon Roth, Kee Marcello, etc.). Michael's a beast, a truly fantastic player with years of experience next to top musicians and bands and we're very happy to have him on board!" You can check Michael out here: www.myspace.com/michaelehre" See below to view all the band's upcoming dates! Furthemore, FIREWIND and current OZZY OSBOURNE guitarist Gus G. will once again attend the NAMM Show in Anaheim, California and will be doing signing sessions @ the following dates & times: Friday, January 15th, 2010 1pm - 2pm Gus G. & Alex Skolnick (Testament) @ Seymour Duncan // booth 4358 in Hall C Saturday, January 16th, 2010 2pm - 3pm Gus G. w/ George Lynch, Michael Wilton, Nergal, Alexi Laiho & Stephen Carpenter ESP Guitars // booth 213D, Level 2 FIREWIND is currently working hard on their new studio album release which is expected to surface via Century Media Records later this year! FIREWIND "Live Premonition in Mexico 2010" Feb. 12th - Mexico City, Mexico - Hard Rock Live- http://www.hardrocklive.com Feb. 13th - Puebla, Mexico - Bulldog- http://www.bulldogcafe.com Feb. 14th - Mexico City, Mexico - Bicentennial Fest Tickets: http://www.eticket.com.mx ; http://www.ticketmaster.com.mx

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    January 13, 2010

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