New Single/Video "Living Dead" And Departure Of Keyboardist Carl Dahlberg Announced By Destiny

Swedish metal act Destiny announced the split with keyboardist Carl Dahlberg, who was unable to commit the time the band required. No replacement has been announced as the band mulls over whether to continue as a four piece.

The announcement reads: "After two years in the band keyboardist Carl Dahlberg leaves the Destiny. Carl was unable to commit the necessary time Destiny needed, so he and the band decided to part amicably. Destiny would like to take this opportunity to thank Carl for his input and help during his time in the band as well as wishing him all the best with his future musical projects.

"We have not yet decided if we will go on as a four piece or if we should look for a new keyboard player or guitarist. The ideal would probably be to find someone that can handle both keyboards and guitar, says the bands founder and bassist Stefan Björnshög.

"Anyone interested in the position can contact the band through the official Destiny Homepage at this location."

In addition, the band announced the impending release of the first studio material in nine years - beginning with the first single "Living Dead." A music video was just filmed by Greenworks Television for the track, which is expected by the end of the year. The single will mark the debut of vocalist Jonas Heidgert (DragonLand) and former Nostradameus guitarist Michael Åberg.

"Living Dead" will appear on the long awaited return album "The Incompatibility of Philosophical Terminology," which was originally planned for the 30th anniversary in 2012. The album is now set for release in 2015 as a "33rd anniversary" release and will be given a new title with new cover artwork. The original cover -created by Mats Gustafson - will be used for the digital single of "Living Dead."

More information on the single, video and new album are expected soon. The latest lineup of Destiny is:

Jonas Heidgert – vocals
Stefan Björnshög – bass
Michael Åberg – guitar
Kane Svantesson - drums