Weakerthans, bassist part ways
WINNIPEG indie rock band The Weakerthans has parted ways with one of its founding members, John Sutton.
"Bass player John Sutton is no longer a member of The Weakerthans," singer John K. Samson said yesterday in a brief official statement. "We wish him well, and are continuing without him."
The crtitically acclaimed Winnipeg band, which has recorded three albums and earned two Juno nominations since its inception in 1997 is now comprised of Samson, drummer Jason Tait, and guitarist Stephen Carroll.
Samson would not say why Sutton is no longer in the band or whether anyone would replace him.
-- Winnipeg Free Press staff
Well that's just great. Now it's official.
In other related news, there's a Weakerthans message board here. There are only 10 members though which is a little sad.
posted + 2004-08-12 at 8:24 a.m.