Nu metal/alternative rock outfit Adema formed in 2000 and previously featured vocalist Mark Chavez, who is the half-brother of Korn vocalist Jonathan Davis. The group has been plagued by several lineup changes throughout their existence but they did appear on an Ozzfest and earned a gold album for their self-titled debut.
Chavez had been in and out of the group before his latest exit which came in 2019. He was replaced by singer Ryan Shuck, who released two singles and a 3-song EP with the band. Shuck is also the co-founder of industrial rockers Orgy and the singer and rhythm guitarist for electronic band Julien-K. He also played guitar in the alternative rock side project of late Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington, Dead By Sunrise.
On Tuesday, Shuck released a statement via social media saying he had been sacked from the band. “My time in ADEMA has abruptly come to an end. I want to thank the friends and fans who supported us during my time in the band – over 4 years, 100’s of shows, and 2 successful singles. I am beyond grateful for you. I will not be joining the band for the upcoming Josie Scott tour or any of the festivals we have booked so far this year. I’ll see many of you on The Neon Chronicles Tour w Julien K, Priest, and September Mourning in April, and again, thank you to any Adema fans that supported us and accepted me as the singer for the band. I will forever appreciate you.”
The band followed with their own statement saying: “Adema has made the decision to move forward without Ryan Shuck. Our plan is to continue on indefinitely as a four-piece, and we sincerely wish Ryan all the best in the future.”
“We want you to know that in no way will this hinder or impede any of our current or future plans, and that the ultimate deciding factor in our decision was what would be best for you – our fans. Thanks for your understanding and we can’t wait to see you on the road this summer!!!”
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