News•March 19, 2015 10:23 AM ET•4,641 views

Amon Amarth drummer leaves band

Swedish melodic death metal band Amon Amarth has announced the departure of drummer Fredrik Andersson. A replacement has yet to be named. Here's a statement from the band:

"Amon Amarth and drummer Fredrik Andersson have decided to part ways after 17 years. Fredrik has been an important part of Amon Amarth's development since he joined the band in 1998 and we wish him all the best for the future. We are currently in the process of writing the new album, but at the moment there is no replacement for him."