Guns N’ Roses has officially announced the departure of their longtime drummer, Frank Ferrer, marking a significant moment in the band’s history. This exciting news was revealed in a statement released on Wednesday. The band expressed their gratitude, stating, “Guns N’ Roses announce the amicable exit of Frank Ferrer, the longest-serving drummer in their storied run.” They extended their heartfelt thanks to Frank for his unwavering friendship, creativity, and steadfast presence throughout the past 19 years, wishing him all the best as he embarks on the next chapter of his musical journey.

Ferrer made his debut with Guns N’ Roses during a show in June 2006, where he helped anchor the band’s rhythm section during numerous tours, including their recent performances featuring the iconic trio of Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan. His final performance with the band took place on November 5, 2023, in Mexico, leaving fans with memorable memories of his contributions.

As of now, Guns N’ Roses has not yet announced who will be taking over the drumming duties, leaving fans curious about the future of the band.

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Exploring the Evolution of Guns N’ Roses Drummers Through the Years

The drum throne of Guns N’ Roses has seen a variety of talented musicians before Frank Ferrer took the reins. Following Ferrer was Bryan “Brain” Mantia, who served as the band’s drummer from 2000 to 2006 and is known for his work with Primus and Tom Waits. Before Mantia, Josh Freese, who currently plays for Devo and Foo Fighters, held the position from 1997 to 2000 and contributed to the 1999 single “Oh My God.”

Prior to Freese, Matt Sorum was the band’s drummer from 1990 to 1997, making significant contributions to the iconic Use Your Illusion albums and the covers album “The Spaghetti Incident?” Sorum stepped in to replace Steven Adler, who was the original drummer featured on Guns N’ Roses’ groundbreaking debut album, Appetite for Destruction, and its follow-up, 1988’s GN’R Lies.

Fans of Guns N’ Roses can expect to learn the identity of the new drummer sooner rather than later, especially with the band gearing up for an extensive world tour scheduled to kick off in approximately six weeks. This highly anticipated tour, titled “Because What You Want and What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things,” is set to commence on May 1 in Incheon, South Korea, promising an exciting lineup of performances.