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Chimaira Bring Andols Herrick Back Into The Band

posted Jan 13, 2006 at 4:59 PM by CorrosiveMind.  (15 Comments)

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CHIMAIRA, fresh off a tremendously successful year that saw the release of the band's critically acclaimed, self-titled, third album and a world tour, have welcomed original drummer Andols Herrick back into the group. "He is a totally different person," enthused singer Mark Hunter. "We jammed the other day and he's a monster behind the kit. There is a lot of passion and excitement in his eyes, I can really tell he is renewed."

Andols will hit the road with the band for a handful of headline dates in March and then with the band as they tour with CHILDREN OF BODOM. CHIMAIRA will officially welcome Andols back with a hometown show at Peabody’s Down Under on March 31.

Many people got a glimpse into the reasons why Andols originally left the group in CHIMAIRA's DVD, "The Dehumanizing Process". Seen pacing parking lots for hours at a time, Andols clearly was not happy being on the road. "Being away from the band and touring for almost two years made me realize how much I missed it," said Herrick. "Being involved in the Roadrunner 25th album and concert made me realize that this is where I want to be."

The reemergence of Andols means that recent drummer Kevin Talley is no longer in the group. "Kevin is an amazing drummer," stated Hunter. "This decision had nothing to do with his skills and everything to do with getting someone back who has been with us since day one. Some of us have known Andols since we were in high school." The split was amicable and Talley is tapped to play drums with THE RED CHORD on their upcoming U.S. tour.

On January 10, CHIMAIRA released a special edition of their critically acclaimed, self-titled third album. This two-disc set features the full-length album, seven live songs and two previously unreleased tracks. "Chimaira", originally released on August 9, 2005, was named one of the year's best albums by both Revolver and Decibel magazines. It debuted at No. 10 on the Top Hard Rock chart and quickly ascended to No. 1 at Metal/Specialty Radio where it stayed for several weeks.

Source: blabbermouth

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15 Comments on "Chimaira Bring Andols Herrick Back Into The Band"

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1. WHAT THE.... writes:

WHAT R THEY THINKING!!!!! HONESTLY KEVIN TALLEY IS A BETTER DRUMMER THAN ANDOLS HERRICK AND U JUST KNOW THAT ANDOLS IS GOING TO QUIT AGAIN ........ I LOVE CHIMAIRA BUT I THINK THIS WAS A BAD DECISION FROM THE BAND IN MY OPINION

# Jan 13, 2006 @ 8:06 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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2. deathbringer writes:

Yeah, I love where Chimaira is headed and I hope this doesn't change anything. Kevin Talley is an amazing drummer as well as an exciting live performer. He actually gets your attention behind the kit and gets into the show unlike many drummers.

# Jan 13, 2006 @ 9:37 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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3. Rue writes:

Goddammit! I was looking forward to seeing Kevin Talley sticking with Chimaira. It's f***ing ridiculous to watch him live, and I couldn't agree more with Deathbringer....I had the good fortune to see Chimaira (with Talley behind the skins) twice. I loved the new album...and thought it was a tremendous step forward from the previously amazing effort. Will Andols be up to the task of playing the drum parts on the new album?

# Jan 13, 2006 @ 10:32 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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4. Hostel writes:

you idiots,,,andols is a f***in bad a$$ drummer, ive seen chimaira in concert a ton of times and there is no better drummer live than andols...i cant wait to see him back in action with my boys chimaira!

# Jan 14, 2006 @ 12:57 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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5. War Ensemble writes:

you idiots how can you guys be metal heads, Kevin Talley sucked at drums, the best disision is to bring back Andols Herrick cause he rules at drums. btw i hate most of there latest album. the impossibility of reason is to bring back andols. f*** yeah i'm ready and waiting for there come back with andols.

# Jan 15, 2006 @ 2:46 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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6. War Ensemble writes:

The Impossibility of Reason dig it. ffffuuccccckkkkkkk yyyyeahhhh

# Jan 15, 2006 @ 2:50 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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7. bass maggot writes:

well kevin tally is a sick drummer, but andols is f***en insane behind the drums and i think its good that he is back but is also a bit harsh on kevin

# Jan 15, 2006 @ 3:52 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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8. psythe writes:

Big Kev wins at the drums, do you people evn know what percussion IS?! and if Herrick interferes at all with the band keeping on track with their latest release, which, by the way, took a mighty dump on every other album of last year, he WILL be persecuted.

# Jan 15, 2006 @ 7:56 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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9. killingtime420 writes:

Herrick is the sh**.
Props to Chimaira for bringing the beast back. Hell yeah.

# Jan 15, 2006 @ 11:40 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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10. dudewithagun writes:

Chimaira is smart to bring back andols. His skills are beyond talley's involment in the last record. Mojor props to Chimaira.

# Jan 16, 2006 @ 4:29 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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11. d writes:

dude ive seen chimaira 3 times and the first time was with andols on drums and then the others were with tally, nobody get me wrong tally is a great drummer for christ sake he was recommended by kerry king but i deffinetly think that andols is way better for chimaira and always has been.

# Jan 18, 2006 @ 9:01 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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12. i don't need a name writes:

if you really love chimaira then you won't care what they do...i will forever love them and will always rock on......

# Jan 29, 2006 @ 12:34 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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13. Maark writes:

Andy's parts on the first two albums were much more interesting than anything from the third... I'm looking forwards to their next one, hopefully it'll be a return to form as the latest album is a big disappointment.

# Feb 13, 2006 @ 5:03 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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14. War Ensemble writes:

agreed^ also there lastest album is a good album but compared to T I O R it a big let down....major props for Chimaira!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

# Feb 13, 2006 @ 5:41 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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15. NothingRemains writes:

"A big disappointment" "a big let down" Bullsh**!!!! You people are not Chimaira fans!!!!! The new album is amazing Chimaira should be proud for releasing an album of this quality lets hope they follow in these footsteps for there future albums.

I hope bringing back Andols won't be a mistake, I personally thought kevin was better.

# Feb 13, 2006 @ 8:29 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address

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