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Weapons N’ Roses revealed the identify of their new drummer simply at some point after asserting the departure of longtime percussionist Frank Ferrer.
Drummer and songwriter Isaac Carpenter will take Ferrer’s seat behind the drums as the long-lasting band prepares to hit the street for his or her 2025 European, Asian, and Center East Tour, headlining stadiums and festivals all through the summer time, Weapons N’ Roses mentioned in an announcement Thursday.
The band additionally shared the information on Instagram. “Welcoming Isaac Carpenter as the new drummer of Guns N’ Roses,” the band captioned a photograph of Carpenter on Thursday.
Born in Washington’s Tri-Cities, Carpenter, 45, is understood for his work in different and exhausting rock genres.
His profession spans a powerful roster of acts, together with stay and studio work with Adam Lambert, Duff McKagan’s group Loaded, Awolnation, the hardcore steel outfit Barbarians of California, A Good Circle, The Exies, Ours, and Black Lab.
Breaking onto the scene in 1995, Carpenter co-founded the group Loudermilk whereas nonetheless in highschool. He then went on to be signed to legendary music producer Rick Rubin’s label American.
“Carpenter has made a name for himself by uniquely blending versatility and groove with crushing force and technical skill, cementing his reputation as a multifaceted drummer in the industry,” Weapons N’ Roses’ assertion obtained by The Publish learn.
Carpenter’s arrival got here on the heels of Ferrer’s beautiful exit after 19 years with the “Sweet Child O’ Mine” rockers. The departure was amicable, in accordance with the group.
“Guns N’ Roses announce the amicable exit of Frank Ferrer,” the rock group wrote on Wednesday through Instagram. “The band thanks Frank for his friendship, creativity and sturdy presence over the past 19 years, and wish him success in the next chapter of his musical journey.”
The band concluded, “Thank you, Frank. For the friendship, creativity and sturdy presence over the last 19 years.”
The longest-serving drummer within the rock legends’ storied run, Ferrer, 58, first joined Weapons N’ Roses founding members Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan in June 2006 for a present in Dessel, Belgium.
Initially booked as only a two-week substitute for Bryan “Brain” Mantia, Ferrer grew to become the rock band’s official drummer in October of that yr.
Ferrer’s final present with the group was on November 5, 2023, in Mexico.
Weapons N’ Roses followers flooded social media after the information of his departure.
“Omg I didn’t see that coming,” one particular person commented on the band’s Instagram publish. “FRANK is so great,” one other wrote. “Everyone will miss him.”
