Unchained's Osbeck calls it quits, future of band in doubt

UNCHAINED has experienced a shake-up in their line-up, with bassist Mattias Osbeck departing from the fold. The band signed with Sound Riot Records in 2003 and released a self-titled debut album, which showcased the group's ability to perform an adept blend of power metal and traditional metal sounds.

The group relayed the following information in an official statement to the bassist's departure.

"Mattias, decided to leave the band due to family matters. Mattias has come to the point where he feels he doesn't have the necessary time to put in the band to maintain and take it to the next level. Also he feels the band spirit now is somewhat lost since he joined the band.

Mattias will now be focusing on his other band Locomotive Breath instead, which recently released a new album.

We separate as brothers and all respect to Mattias and good luck in the future'"

Meanwhile, the turn of events has cuased the remaining members of the group to re-think their position to carry on. "About the lost band feeling' That is something all members agree on. Too much of everything can break most bands apart and we feel no(thing) is burning for this at the moment. When Mattias quit the band we also lost our rehearsal room and haven't been able to find something suitable since.

None of us wants to split up the band but you know - we just don't do this half-hearted. Therefore, Unchained will hibernate until further notice."