Jul 05 2024, 11.05am / Features
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Staples of the scene The Amity Affliction have officially announced the departure of longtime drummer Ryan Burt today over social media.
The band issued a statement on Facebook, stating:
“Regretfully we have to inform you that Ryan will no longer be performing or recording with The Amity Affliction. He joined the band in 2008 when he was 17 years old and we’ve gone through some amazing things together – recording five albums, touring the world and playing to crowds we only ever dreamed of.
“Many of you are aware Ryan has been fighting some mental demons of late and took time off in late 2016 to seek help in overcoming these struggles. Unfortunately, it has been a major struggle for him on the road. It has been very hard for us to watch him go through this, but it has been even harder for him to get on stage and give his all for the fans and band each night. He has done this through adversity on the last few tours, which we have been very grateful for.”
The statement also mentioned spending time away from friends and support networks “is not the best place for him to be.”
“We want to thank Ryan for everything he has contributed to the band over the last nine years and we will make sure he is looked after going forward.”
Hysteria asked the question if Ryan was still in the band, as he was not included in new press photos or on their social media last year.
The Amity Affliction performed without Burt on their 2016 UK and European tour, pulling out due to declining mental health.
Troy Wright (Plini) filled in for Burt at this year’s UNIFY Gathering.
A full-time replacement has not been named as yet.
More to come.
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