SERJ TANKIAN TESTS POSITIVE FOR COVID-19: System Of A Down frontman Serj Tankian has tested positive for Covid-19, forcing the band to postpone this weekend’s shows in Los Angeles. According to the band’s social media pages, the October 22nd and 23rd performances with Korn, Helmet, and Russian Circles have been postponed to February 4th and 5th, 2022.
DRUMMER EXITS FRANZ FERDINAND: Paul Thompson, the original drummer of Franz Ferdinand, is leaving the band. According to the group’s Instagram page, Audrey Tait will replace Thompson. They wrote, “It feels totally natural playing with her and she’s a great laugh. It has been electrifying being in the studio together and we can’t wait to play live for your all.