With what was probably the most surprising news of the week, long-time Falling In Reverse guitarist Jacky Vincent has announced his departure from the band so that he can focus on his solo career.
The band, lead by the charismatic Ronnie Radke, have released three studio albums to date, including 2011's The Drug in Me Is You, Fashionably Late (2013) and this year's Just Like You, all of which Vincent contributed to with the band.
Both Radke and Vincent issued statements via Alternative Press, with Radke stating, "I remember the first time I met Jacky, I walked out of prison and he was waiting there so stoked. Hands down one of the greatest guitar players to ever live. And one of the most genuine people I've ever met. I wish him nothing but the best. Love you Jacky."
Vincent added, "I can't thank Ronnie, Derek and Ryan enough for the last 5 years. I will most likely never laugh as hard again in my life. I feel proud to have played with such brilliant musicians and I will miss touring with them enormously. I am forever grateful to have experienced what I did in Falling in Reverse and I feel very fortunate to have lived what I dreamt of doing for so many years. To the fans, I loved meeting you all. I kept as many as your gifts and letters as I could and they all mean so much. Thank you for everything."
The band further confirmed that the split was amicable and that all upcoming tour dates will go on as planned. A replacement for Vincent has not yet been announced, but if you have tickets to their upcoming The Supervillains Tour (with support from Attila, Metro Station and Assuming We Survive) or The Christmas Vacation Tour (with support from Atreyu, From Ashes To New and Assuming We Survive), you will get to see the "new mystery man" in action. All tour dates and ticket information can be found on the band's website.
While you are waiting for a tour date near you, watch Falling In Reverse's official music video for their latest album's title track, "Just Like You," which hilariously pokes fun at the popular American television singing competition series The Voice.
