Jona Weinhofen on Quitting Bring Me The Horizon: ‘Things in the Band Have Been Very Tense’

by | Jan 14, 2013

Ex-Bring Me The Horizon guitarist Jona Weinhofen released a statement regarding his departure from the band.

“After a lot of time and thought I’ve decided to leave my current position as guitarist with Bring Me The Horizon. Things in the band have been very tense with a lot of disagreements between myself and certain members who I wont name.”

“I’m thankful for my time with BMTH and i have met many good friends and been able to travel the world more.”

Weinhofen says he plans to move back to Australia to pursue other musical ventures. His other band I Killed the Prom Queen is expected to release a new album this year.

Jan 15, 10:33 a.m. PST: Following the publication of this article, Weinhofen has since updated his Twitter: “I am no longer a member of @bmthofficial, however I can not yet comment on the reasons why or who made the decision.”

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