Guns N’ Roses announce AWOLNATION’s Isaac Carpenter as their new drummer

Guns N’ Roses have announced their new drummer just one day after the departure of long-term sticksman Frank Ferrer.

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The band have taken to their social media to reveal that AWOLNATION‘s Isaac Carpenter has joined the band as his replacement.

They wrote alongside a picture of the percussionist: “Welcoming Isaac Carpenter as the new drummer of Guns N’ Roses.”

Carpenter has been part of AWOLNATION’s set up since 2014, and he has also previously worked with GNR’s bassist Duff McKagan’s band Loaded, Adam Lambert and A Perfect Circle.

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Ferrer left the band after 19 years yesterday (March 19). He was the longest-serving sticksman in the band, having joined them in 2006 to replace Bryan Mantia, years before frontman Axl Rose was reunited with Slash and McKagan for their reunion tour. Their previous drummers included Steve Adler and Matt Sorum.

In a statement on social media, the band said: “Guns N’ Roses announce the amicable exit of Frank Ferrer, the longest-serving drummer in their storied run. The band thanks Frank for his friendship, creativity, and sturdy presence over the past 19 years, and they wish him success in the next chapter of his musical journey.

“Frank first joined GNR during a show in June 2006 helping anchor the rhythm section during subsequent tours, including their recent outings featuring the reunited trio of Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan. His last show with the band took place November 5, 2023 in Mexico.”

His departure came just months after Matt Sorum shared his thoughts on being excluded from the band’s reunion, admitting he’s “much more at peace” with it now than he was at the beginning.

Elsewhere, GNR were recently added to the line-up for Black Sabbath‘s final reunion gig.

The iconic heavy metal band will return for one last concert at Villa Park in their hometown of Birmingham on Saturday, July 5.

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