Nevermore guitarist Jeff Loomis and drummer Van Williams just lately introduced their plans to resurrect the band in 2025. And with that announcement got here two questions – would founding bassist Jim Sheppard be concerned, and who can be singing for Nevermore now that vocalist Warrel Dane is lifeless? The latter continues to be unclear, the however former is a powerful “no.”
In an announcement from Jim‘s spouse Priscilia, Jim blasts the Nevermore reunion as “fully disrespectful.” Priscilia additionally states that she and Jim are ready on clarification in regards to the mission “and can proceed from there.” So it appears like a lawsuit is likely to be brewing behind the scenes?
“Since I’ve been receiving just a few messages from James followers concerning a submit Van Williams made on social media, I really feel I would like to answer you with an replace. James has by no means been contacted about Van‘s plans with Jeff utilizing the Nevermore title. I’m sorry you assume James is concerned.
“We have no idea about their plans, and it’s fully disrespectful of them to make use of the title Nevermore with out consulting Jim Sheppard, as he is likely one of the founders of the band. We’re ready for clarification on this alleged mission and can proceed from there, whether or not or not clarification comes from them. No additional remark for now. Thanks.”
Nevermore led to 2011 as founding members bassist Jim Sheppard, vocalist Warrel Dane, and guitarist Jeff Loomis alongside drummer Van Williams who joined two years after the band was shaped.
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