Drummer Eric Morotti has parted ways with New York death metal band SUFFOCATION after nearly a decade with the group, and his exit appears to have been less than amicable. In a statement shared via his Instagram Story on April 10th, Morotti said:
“Thanks for the birthday wishes. My gift to myself is walking away from a toxic group, and knowing my worth. I’m choosing me from now on, I will be not teaming with addicts anymore.
Peace and love, there’s a lot in store for me, keep your eyes peeled!”
In a separate Instagram post, Morotti clarified that his comments were indeed directed at Suffocation:
“There comes a point in your life where you pick YOU! You must choose to change, evolve, or be stuck in the same routines forever. Today. On my. Birthday. I have chosen to step away from @suffocationofficial to prolong my health, myself. My integrity. I will not work with toxic. Abusive drug addicts. Let alone allow them to boss me around. I’ve been belittled and stepped all over for too long.
That being said. I’ve been having an absolute BLAST with @sanguisugaboggband and have been shown what it’s like to be part of real FAMILY. no egos, no power trips. Just bros that love music and being together. Catch me on tour with them still on the @lambofgod tour around the USA!! I love you all, thank you very much to all my fans for supporting me over the years, keep your eyes open for what’s next!!”
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