From Autumn to Ashes frontman Ben Perri has left the band, and not without a little drama. Perri's former bandmate and co-vocalist Francis Mark posted the announcement explaining:

There has obviously been a monumental change in From Autumn to Ashes and I am sorry for not explaining it sooner. I want to give you an accurate account of what happened but it is important that I do so without saying negative things about Ben or mentioning anything about his personal life. Even though he left this band in a most inconsiderate manner I will show him the courtesy that a "friend" of seven years deserves.Even though Ben obviously doesn't care about us or any of his fans I truly hope he finds happiness with whatever he plans on doing. Parts of him will be missed very much

The album in question, Abandon Your Friends was released last year. The group began work on the follow up in September. Francis Mark, who has taken over all vocal duties is promising some mastered material to showcase the lineup later this month.

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