Austin’s The Sword just played the Austin City Limits music festival this past weekend. They were all set to embark on more touring behind their new album.

Suddenly, the European tour was cancelled. Then the US dates quickly followed. Reasons were vague, but now the reason comes out: Trivett Wingo, drummer for the band, is leaving. 😦

 

On the heels of the cancellation of their European tour, Austin, TX’s The Sword are also regretfully canceling the remainder of their scheduled US dates due to the departure of their drummer, Trivett Wingo. The split is amicable and both Trivett and the rest of the band wish each other the best of the luck with their respective plans. The Sword are already working diligently to reschedule their European and US dates.

Trivett explains:

“It is with deep sadness that I am announcing my departure from The Sword. After nearly seven years and some of the most amazing adventures of a lifetime, I have arrived at a place where I am physically and emotionally unable to continue on as part of The Sword. If I could go any further, I would as I love the music and JD, Bryan and Kyle are people that I deeply respect, but I have reached a point where I just can’t do this anymore. I would like to thank the wonderful people who made this experience what it has been: the fans, the people that I have worked and all of the bands and musicians that have inspired me over the years. I thank you and apologize for any disappointment that this may cause anyone, not least of which The Sword.” – Trivett Wingo

Here is an official statement from The Sword:

“We wish Trivett nothing but the best, and it is with heavy hearts that we bid him farewell. He is a phenomenal musician and has been an integral part of this band’s success. He helped to lay the foundation that we will continue to build upon, and we wouldn’t be where we are without him. We wish he could continue the adventure with us, but we understand that the life of a touring musician is not for everyone. It’s been a hell of a ride, and we’re sad to see this part of the journey end. The show must go on, though, and will be back on the road as soon as humanly possible.” – JD, Kyle & Bryan

 

Bummer. There was no way I could see them at ACL because they’d be the only band at ACL I would have cared to see (other than The Eagles). But that was the only Austin show for the foreseeable future. Still, I wanted them to do well on the tours because they’re building up a strong following and I’d like to see them succeed.

This is merely a bump in the road, hopefully just a small setback. They’ll find a new drummer and forge ahead.

Best of luck to JD, Kyle, and Bryan, and to Trivett as well.