| AARON GILLESPIE has parted ways with UNDEROATH... |
| Written by Shahlin Graves | ||
| Tuesday, 06 April 2010 09:16 | ||
Aaron Gillespie has posted his own statement regarding his departure, via his Tumblr blog: "I am more then aware the the news you have heard of seems rash, and probably hasty. I wanted to be able to write a few thing down here to maybe help you understand a bit, or at least clear up the rumor mill before it starts grind like a mo fo'. 1. Underoath and i have parted ways. Yes that is a true statement. There is no bad blood, there is no anger, i was in that band for eleven years, i love every person with my whole heart, i love the music we made together, the shows we played and the good times we had. People change, times change, and sometimes change just comes hunting for you. 2. Yes i will continue to play in the almost. I will also play acoustic, as well as speak and do other musical/ ministry type things. 3. Yes underoath will remain a band, yes without me. 4. I really still love you, alot. 5. I am still giving drum lessons, all your appointments will be honored and kept. 6. Everything you read here is true, regardless of what your friends or internet connection might tell you. 7. Its all good. listen to uo, listen to the almost if you want, times change, roll with the hurricane." Underoath have posted a statement about Gillespie's departure on their official Facebook page: "We are taking this opportunity to sadly inform you the six of us have decided at the end of the current european tour, Aaron will no longer be playing in Underoath. This was not a decision made in haste but a thought out and prayed upon group agreement. It in no way effects any of the shows left on this tour. They will still be our best efforts and enjoyable experiences for all. For the future, Aaron will be pursuing other musical and ministry endeavors. As for the rest of us we will continue to work hard on the new Underoath record. We appreciate the love and support from everyone in the past and hope that all of us will continue to receive your support on our future paths. We love you guys." Four days ago on April 2nd, Gillespie also wrote the following on his Tumblr blog: " not about food… again There are times in this life when you feel like you need to make a jump… do something, maybe choke down a decision that does not really seem wise, or perfect. I run from these situations, i fear them because i’m addicted to the easy in this life. There is comfort in be able to do the same thing day in and day out, be the same person always, always keep the same title if you will. I would like to offer a piece of advice on this good friday. Doing what is normal and easy is not always the right card to choose. I believe with my whole heart that the best decisions/ risks are the one that take testicular fortitude (unless your a woman, then God just wired you to be strong). Some things in this life are terrifying, but terrifyingly perfect. God has a plan for you, A plan that will prosper you, forward your life in the right direction. If there is a decision you need to make that scares you, its okay to make it, its okay to make the jump, there is a net below you, jump. Jeremiah 29:11 (New Living Translation) 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. " Aaron Gillespie has toured New Zealand three times with Underoath. Read our 2009 interview with Aaron Gillespie HERE. Read our 2009 interview with Underoath HERE.  |
