Archspire Drummer Spencer Prewett Left the Band, So They’re Holding Open Auditions
It’s not often that an average Joe or Jane gets the chance to join an established technical death band, but here it is. In a post on their official Instagram page, Canadian outfit Archspire announced that their long-time drummer Spencer Prewett left the band and as a result, they were holding open auditions online to find his replacement.
Having been with the band since its inception back in 2009, Prewett had been involved in pretty much every major milestone the band celebrated. He’s been featured on all four of the band’s full length albums, including 2021’s Bleed the Future and toured with the group as well.
According to the band’s statement, the split seems like an amicable one without any drama, which is about as good as things can go when artists go their separate ways.
“After more than 15 incredible years together, Spencer Prewett is departing from Archspire.
“We are immensely proud of all we’ve accomplished as a band, from traveling the world multiple times to releasing four albums, each crafted with our utmost passion and dedication.
“Spencer Prewett set the bar for technical death metal drumming, and he’s leaving a void that will be incredibly difficult to fill.
“The remaining members are extremely focused on the band’s future, and work on Archspire’s fifth album will continue.
“We are now seeking a new drummer, please post your auditions on YouTube and Instagram with the hashtag #archspireaudition
“Thanks for your support
Staytech
Dean, Tobi, Oli, Jared”
With no intentions of stopping just yet and with work on their fifth album underway, the band is holding open auditions to find someone to replace Prewett. According to the band, all one needs to do to submit their audition is to film a video of them playing drums and post it on either YouTube or Instagram with the hashtag “#ArchspireAudition”.
So if you think you’ve got what it takes to hold it down with the rest of Archspire, now’s your chance. All you’ll need is a drum kit, some video equipment, and some skills.
