Swedish symphonic metal band Eleine have announced the immediate departure of drummer Jesper Sunnhagen and bassist Filip Stålberg, citing inappropriate behavior toward fans and a violation of band contracts. Despite the lineup change, founding members Madeleine Liljestam and Rikard Ekberg will move forward with their upcoming tour, set to begin on April 2, in support of their 2023 album We Shall Remain.
Eleine’s statement on Friday (14):
“Dear Eleine Legions,
Unfortunately we must share that our drummer Jesper Sunnhagen, and our bass player Filip Stålberg, will have to leave the band.
They have broken one of the most important parts of our band member contract by acting inappropriately towards our fans.
Their departure will be immediate and will NOT affect our upcoming tours.
There will be replacement musicians to stand in during the upcoming shows.
Thank you for understanding that we put our fans first.
With love,
Madeleine & Rikard”
Tour Dates:
04/02 Germany, Münster @ Sputnik Halle
04/03 Germany, Cologne @ MTC
04/04 Poland, Warsaw @ Odessa Club
04/06 Poland, Krakow @ Hype Park
04/09 Slovenia, Ljubljana @ Orto Bar
04/10 Austria, Vienna @ Viper Room
04/11 Czech Republic, Zlin @ Masters of Rock Cafe
04/12 Hungary, Budapest @ Dürer Kert
04/13 Romania, Timisoara @ House of Culture
04/15 Bulgaria, Sofia @ Joy Station Club
04/16 Romania, Bucharest @ Quantic Club
04/17 Romania, Cluj-Napoca @ Form Space
04/19 Austria, Salzburg @ Rockhouse
04/20 Italy, Milan @ Legend Club
04/23 Spain, Barcelona @ Upload
04/24 Spain, Portugalete @ Groove
04/25 Spain, Madrid @ Bassement
04/26 Portugal, Lisbon @ RCA Club
04/29 Switzerland, Solothurn @ Kofemehl
04/30 France, Lyon @ Rock N Eat
05/01 France, Paris @ Backstage By The Mill
05/03 Sweden, Helsingborg @ The Tivoli
