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Earlier this week, Guns N' Roses revealed that they parted ways with drummer Frank Ferrer. Although the band's statement announced the exit is "amicable," Ferrer shared a statement on Instagram expressing "disappointment" in the departure.
“The outpouring of love I have felt from the incredible fans of Guns N’ Roses and my peers over the past 24 hours has been tremendous," he wrote. "I will have immense gratitude and love always for Axl and the band while at the same time, disappointment that this chapter came to an end. It has been an incredible 19 years. Guns N’ Roses has given me life-changing memories and experiences. A huge thanks to management, the crew, and fans for giving me memories that I will cherish for my lifetime. I hope I see you all again soon!”
Ferrer had been the band's longest tenured drummer, joining Axl Rose and company in 2006.
On Thursday (March 20), GNR announced Isaac Carpenter as their new drummer. Before taking the job, he was a member of AWOLNATION since 2014. He'll accompany the band on their upcoming “Because What You Want and What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things” tour, which will see them play in Saudi Arabia for the first time ever. The tour kicks off May 1 in South Korea before heading to the Middle East, Europe and the UK.