WITHIN TEMPTATION Keyboardist MARTIJN SPIERENBURG Quits The Band After 24 Years

Within Temptation keyboardist Martijn Spierenburg has stop the band after 24 years. Spierenburg stated it was not a choice he took calmly, although he’ll stay within the music world with some upcoming new initiatives. Inside Temptation has not but introduced a substitute for Spierenburg.

“After 24 unbelievable years, I’ve made the bittersweet determination to half methods with Inside Temptation,” wrote Spierenburg.

“This journey has been nothing in need of extraordinary — stuffed with unforgettable moments, numerous gigs, and the privilege of sharing music with an incredible group of individuals, each band and crew. I’m actually grateful for all of the moments we shared, each on and particularly off stage, and I’ll perpetually cherish these reminiscences. Along with my fellow band members, I have been in a position to obtain every little thing — and much more — than I may ever have dreamed of once I began my first piano classes again in 1984. Inside Temptation has been greater than only a band to me; it has been a household. Leaving just isn’t a choice I’ve taken calmly.

“As I step away, I stay up for engaged on new initiatives that can enable me to develop each as a musician and as an individual. Whereas this chapter closes, the love and respect I’ve for my bandmates will stay with me all the time

“To the followers, I can not thanks sufficient for all of the help, power, and love you have given me over time. You’ve got been the center of my journey, and I’m eternally grateful. So lengthy, farewell, auf wiedersehen, goodbye.”

Inside Temptation additionally issued a press release on Spierenburg’s departure, saying: “Pricey Martijn, cheers to you! Thanks for twenty-four wonderful years. It has been an unbelievable trip collectively enjoying lots of of exhibits, visiting cities across the globe and making music collectively. We are going to miss you, however this isn’t a goodbye.”