Mallory Knox singer Mikey Chapman leaves the band after nine years
They're continuing as a four-piece
Mallory Knox have released a statement confirming the departure of vocalist Mikey Chapman.
The Cambridge rockers say that after nine years and three studio albums, Mikey has “decided to part ways” with the band and bassist Sam Douglas will now take on vocal duties.
The mark their new incarnation, Mallory Knox have lined up a series of intimate headline shows for this April that go on sale from Kerrang! Radio Tickets at 9am on Friday 16th February.
Sam Douglas, James Gillett, Joe Savins and Dave Rawling’s statement reads: “After nearly 9 years together, today we announce that Mikey has decided to part ways with Mallory Knox. As a band, we respect his decision and wish him well for the future.
“2018 marks a brand new chapter for the band and we're excited to be continuing Mallory Knox with Sam taking the lead on vocals. We’ve been working hard behind the scenes writing & recording new music. We are very keen for you to hear it & you won't be waiting long.
“With this news comes the unveiling of a string of intimate UK headline tour dates. We're ready to get back out on the road & play some new songs alongside the songs we've been playing for years.”
The UK tour dates are as follows:
APRIL 2018
Brighton The Haunt – Mon 16th
Cardiff The Globe – Tue 17th
Exeter Cavern – Wed 18th
Stoke Sugarmill – Fri 20th
Glasgow King Tut’s – Sun 22nd
Manchester Rebellion – Mon 23rd
Birmingham Mama Roux’s – Tue 24th
Nottingham Bodega – Thu 26th