Metal Shock Finland (World Assault )

Swedish modern metallers SOILWORK — who were originally scheduled to head out this April and May supporting SYMPHONY X — have regretfully been forced to cancel their participation on this upcoming North American tour.

Commented SOILWORK drummer Dirk Verbeuren: “Due to recurring issues with a herniated disc in his lower back requiring a prolonged period of resting and healing, our guitarist Peter Wichers is forced to sit out this spring’s North American tour with SYMPHONY X and NEVERMORE. We did consider hiring a fill-in guitar player, but we’ve decided to stick together as a band and out of respect for our fans, to cancel our participation in the tour. Our apologies to those of you who were hoping to see us and we also wish to apologize to SYMPHONY X, NEVERMORE, and all the promoters and agents involved with this tour. If all goes well, Peter should be healed and ready to hit the road in time for the summer festivals.”

Photo: Hannah Verbeuren – Source: Blabbermouth.net