Dutch act Cirrha Niva has announced to part ways with drummer Wiebe Slim and bassist Jan van Baal, who recently joined the band. The group has issued the following statement:"After thinking about if they could live up to the band's expectations, drummer Wiebe Slim and recently joined bass player Jan van Baal will leave Cirrha Niva. Even though we understand their choice we still regret it, but in the end we both think it's for the better."
Wiebe has posted a short personal statement explaining why he has decided to depart as Cirrha Niva's drummer:
"I'm becoming a father in September and can no longer give myself 100% to the band. Although the band is still focusing on writing new material, after a good conversation I realized I would no longer fit in because of the future plans; considering more touring. So we decided to go separate ways."
Wiebe will still be playing and practicing drums, and hopes to set-up his own fusion project next year.
Drummer Eelco van der Meer of Ethereal plus Last Breath Denied among others, and bass player Alex van Damme will step in temporarily so none of the planned gigs will be canceled.
As result of this Cirrha Niva are in search for a new drummer and bass player to complete the band. They are currently writing new songs for their next album. Are you motivated, talented and loyal? Feel fee to drop Cirrha Niva a line at cirrhaniva@gmail.com.
