Architects Bassist Ali Dean Gives Explanation For Leaving The Band

Ali Dean, former bassist for U.K. metalcore act Architects, has posted the following statement online explaining his reasons for leaving the group:

"I just wanted to say a few things to make sure my reasons for parting ways with Architects are clear. I'm not going to go into any great detail, as I'm sure you'll all understand that my reasons for leaving are of a personal nature.

"My family suffered a pretty huge loss recently and as a result, I can no longer commit myself to this band to the extent necessary.

"Playing in this band and spending the past five years of my life with these four guys has been extraordinary. I consider myself very fortunate to have been able to be in a band and travel with these guys, and to see and do all the things that we've done together. I wouldn't change a thing about the experience. I would love nothing more than to carry on, but I've now got other priorities and commitments which would not be right for me to ignore.

"Keep supporting these guys, because they're an amazing group of musicians and more importantly they're incredible people."

The band's statement on Ali's departure can also be read here.