Just to clear things up: there have been no arguments of any kind, and Joris and Elexorien will remain friends.

Joris has kindly offered to play all gigs until the band\'s show at Ragnarök Festival in March. After that, Elexorien will set out with a new drummer. Comment the remaining band members:

\"It obviously is rather shocking news at the moment, but do not worry or fear for our future: Elexorien will prevail! We would like to thank Joris for all the good times we shared and all he has done for the band since day one, as he is one of the founding members of the band. And last but most definitely not least we wish him all the best of luck and fun, and blastbeats of over 300bpm in the future! \\m/\"

This, too, means that Elexorien are looking for a new drummer! If you think you are able to fill in the spot from April on (with rehearsals to get you to become acquainted with the musicians, their material, and the new songs they are writing at the moment starting as soon as possible), feel free to contact the group at drummerwanted@elexorien.com.

What Elexorien have to offer is:

• Plenty of gigs in the Netherlands, as well as a bunch of them abroad. New and even bigger (international) shows will be confirmed soon.
  
• A record deal with German Trollzorn/SMP Records, who have released their self-titled full-length debut album in April 2007, and more albums to come.
  
• Gigs with the band from May on.
  
• Tons of fun and good times, of course.

What Elexorien are asking of you is the following:

• Outstanding skills
  
• Professional attitude
  
• Good material, drumkit-wise
  
• 200% dedication: \"We have no desire to be \'the second band\'.\"
  
• From April on, the band will have general band rehearsals in Groningen to finish new songs every other week. Extra rehearsals might be planned for special events, or whenever the need arises. (before tours and such)
  
• A well-developed sense of humour, in order to survive the long road to the live shows.
  
• Your own means of transport is not required, but it would be greatly appreciated.

Are you the one? Do not hesitate to contact Elexorien at drummerwanted@elexorien.com, and they will contact you as soon as possible.