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27 мар 2024 :	Judge Delays JON SCHAFFER's Sentencing Until July
23 фев 2024 :	JON SCHAFFER To Undergo Medical Procedure; Sentencing Delayed Until April
4 фев 2024 :	JON SCHAFFER's Lawyers Ask For Delay In Sentencing
14 авг 2023 :	JON SCHAFFER's Sentencing Date Set For February 2024
10 июн 2023 :	JON SCHAFFER's Sentencing Date To Be Set For Role In U.S. Capitol Riot
2 май 2023 :	Ex-ICED EARTH Singer TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS On JON SCHAFFER's Involvement In U.S. Capitol Riot: 'He Knew He Was Wrong'
12 апр 2023 :	ICED EARTH Releases Lyric Video For 2008 Remixed/Remastered Version Of 'The Clouding' Feat. MATT BARLOW
4 апр 2023 :	District Of Columbia Attorneys Oppose Dismissal Motion In Connection With Civil Lawsuit Against ICED EARTH's JON SCHAFFER
24 мар 2023 :	ICED EARTH's JON SCHAFFER Responds To Civil Lawsuit Seeking Damages For His Role In U.S. Capitol Riot
19 мар 2023 :	ICED EARTH - Official Lyric Video For "Prophecy" Feat. TIM "RIPPER" OWENS Streaming
15 мар 2023 :	ICED EARTH To Release 'Hellrider' And 'I Walk Among You' EPs In April
10 фев 2023 :	Ex-ICED EARTH Singer STU BLOCK Wants To Release Solo EP This Year: 'It's Gonna Be Different'
29 янв 2023 :	JON SCHAFFER Is Continuing To Cooperate With U.S. Capitol Riot Investigators; Next Status Report Due In March
12 янв 2023 :	Ex-ICED EARTH Singer TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS Was 'Surprised' To See JON SCHAFFER Involved In U.S. Capitol Riot
1 дек 2022 :	TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS Would 'Never' Rejoin ICED EARTH: 'I've Moved On'
3 ноя 2022 :	JON SCHAFFER Is Continuing To Cooperate With U.S. Capitol Riot Investigators; Next Status Report Due In January
4 окт 2022 :	District Of Columbia Attorneys Struggling To Find ICED EARTH Guitarist JON SCHAFFER
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6 май 2022 :	ICED EARTH's JON SCHAFFER Seen Holding 'Bear Spray' In Newly Released Video From U.S. Capitol Riot
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30 янв 2022 :	Ex-ICED EARTH Singer MATT BARLOW Says He Has Spoken To JON SCHAFFER: 'He's Okay'
27 янв 2022 :	JON SCHAFFER Releases Digital Edition Of ICED EARTH Album, A Narrative Soundscape; Audio Streaming
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3 мар 2011

ICED EARTH Frontman Announces \"Retirement\' From Band

Longtime ICED EARTH vocalist Matt Barlow has announced his retirement from the band.

In his heartfelt statement, Barlow cites his commitment to his family and the need for ICED EARTH to tour more as the reasons for his retirement; however, he has committed to perform with ICED EARTH on all 2011 European festival dates, which will be his last with the band.

Matt Barlow's official statement is as follows:

"Brothers and sisters,

"Let me begin by saying how much of an honor it has been to share my time in ICED EARTH with Jon and the guys…and with all of you! Since my return to the band in 2007, it has truly been extraordinary. I have had the opportunity to travel the world and see old friends and meet new ones. Though we had originally thought that the ICED EARTH touring schedule would be very limited, we were able to play our fair share of concerts.

"During that time we were also able to have a live DVD produced [the forthcoming 'Festivals Of The Wicked']. However, due to the rapidly changing music industry, it has become increasingly clear to recording artists that the only way to keep a band viable and to truly reach its potential is through live performances. That means that a band must reach out to new regions of the globe and become pioneers for their own livelihood. Since 2007, Jon and I have always had the best intentions for the future of ICED EARTH, and we still do. However, given the band's projected touring schedule, ICED EARTH's future and mine must now take separate paths.

"On my departure from ICED EARTH in 2003, I made a commitment to my wife and to the idea that we would start, and raise, our family together. Two years later, my first child was born and two years after that, my second. My youngest son was born about a week before Jon asked me to return to ICED EARTH. It was a very exciting and emotional time for all of us, but we were all clear on our intentions. It is apparent to us now that regardless of our belief at that time, time can change an intended outcome. In this instance, I hope that change will not be regarded as a bad thing, but rather as a necessary part of evolution.

"Jon and the band must venture into new realms to continue to grow ICED EARTH. I commend him for his ideals and wish nothing but to share in his vision. I know that this is not the last time Jon and I will work together, but it will be my last endeavor with ICED EARTH. ICED EARTH is a name and force of its own. It has been very good to me and has allowed me to live a dream that others would give most anything for. I have been truly blessed to share this experience with everyone. I will continue to support Jon and ICED EARTH in every way. I will also continue to create and perform in my own capacity.

"These next months will prove to be a very emotional time for me. I am extremely happy to be able to share the experience with Jon, Brent, Freddie, Troy and the ICED EARTH family. I am proud to know them and honored that they consider me their friend. It is going to be phenomenal to share the love of this music during several summer festivals and I know that it will be a time we will never forget.

"Please consider all that I have brought forth and all of Jon's offerings before passing judgment on the future of ICED EARTH. This band has always strived to give its listeners the very best and I know that Jon, as always, will continue to lead that charge.

"To ICED EARTH and all of you…I wish you the very best!!!"

Band founder and leader Jon Schaffer reacted to his friend's decision with
equal parts sadness and praise.

"I knew Matt wrestled with this for a long, long time," said Schaffer. "It wasn't an easy decision for him. But I love him dearly and I can't fault his reasons."

Schaffer continued: "Matt is one of the most sincere people I know, and one of the most talented. His departure deeply saddens me, but I hope all fans of ICED EARTH will cut him some slack. I wish Matt well, respect him greatly, and I ask everyone else to do the same."

With a new album in the works, and a world tour pending, Schaffer has already begun the search for a new vocalist.

"I have a few guys in mind," said Schaffer. "And as you can imagine, it is a very important decision. One thing is for certain: we are not looking for a Matt Barlow ‘clone' — we are looking for a front man that brings power and character of his own to the table. There's only one Matt, and that era of the band's history will always hold a special place in my heart."

The band's long-awaited six-hour, three-concert live DVD, "Festivals Of The Wicked", is scheduled for release this spring.

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3 мар 2011

Lutyi

твою мать! а мне так нравился его вокал!

3 мар 2011

Blaсkw1ngеd

Вот нифига себе. Тольк вернулся ведь, все были дико рады и все такое. И с Риппером нехорошо вышло, типа "тут вот Барлоу вернуться хочет, ты пока ували куда-нибудь, а?" - теперь его обратно не позовешь. Хрен его знает, чего Джон теперь будет делать. Пожелаю ему большой удачи и отличного нового фронтмена. Всё еще надеюсь увидеть их в России.

3 мар 2011

TRASH81

И вот стоило огород городить? С "Риппером" был записан лучший альбом группы The Glorious Burden, а вокал Барлоу считаю, мягко говоря, спорным... и опять ушел. Как же вообще ужиться можно с Шаффером? Видимо как и с Мальмстином.

3 мар 2011

Van Taig

Вот это прикол.
Blaсkw1ngеd все правильно написал.

3 мар 2011

Shad_89

вот буду орать если 3ий раз вернется... )) а так как-то пофиг... с Риппером альбомы понравились, возвращение Бэрлоу было сюрпризом, причем не в хорошем смысле слова... теперь кем будет работать?... доктором или пожарником?...

3 мар 2011

Gleb Monster

хаха, вот это прикол! Барлоу нехорошо, конечно, поступает. второй раз уже.
ну, может, Шаффер сам теперь запоёт. в Sons Of Liberty у него это очень даже хорошо получалось.

3 мар 2011

Gleb Monster

судя по всему, он ещё и альбом снова сорвал.

Игорь, я и не заметил сразу, что наши первые реакции совпали

3 мар 2011

Stivv

Blaсkw1ngеd, словно я написал, поддерживаю.
Самым печальным для меня моментом является то, что живьём с Мэттом, да и с Тимом IE увидеть не получится, хотя хотелось бы надеяться... эх...

3 мар 2011

DuMoH4uK

Ну, будем ждать новый альбом, так или иначе. Надеюсь, найдут вокалиста на уровне Мэтта и Риппера, со своими личными "фишками") И двд надо бы заценить, как выйдет.

3 мар 2011

andy58

Жаль, очень жаль! (((
Ну что не делается всё к лучшему. Благодаря недолгому возвращению Мэта, из группы был изгнан этот пискля Рипер. Надеюсь Шафер в этот раз найдёт действительно достойную замену.

3 мар 2011

havahej

Рипер не пискля))) Хороший вокалист, вобщем то, только места себе найти никак не может. В Пристов не вписался, в Iced Earth - ещё более-менее....

3 мар 2011

Bellardini

Риппер был и есть интереснее Барлоу. Судя по этой тираде, да и по ряду других поступков, Барлоу очень импульсивен и эмоционален, что и стало причиной целого ряда необдуманных поступков и заявлений. Не удивлюсь, если Мэтт года через два опять вернется в Iced Earth. Странно, что группа еще не была в России. "Точку" ребята точно бы собрали.

4 мар 2011

doom_sun

Шефферу надо или самому запеть (Кай Хансен вон же поёт и играет) или на Ханси Кюрша позвать и новый альбом IE превратить в новый альбом Demons & Wizards =)

По теме: Барлоу как вокалист мне нравился, считаю что с ним были записаны лучшие альбомы группы, но эти его "качели" уже достали =(

4 мар 2011

Gringu@re

Мечтаю только, чтоб они успели приехать в Москву ДО того как свалит Барлоу....

13 мар 2011

Astana999

печально - Барлоу был голосом команды все таки, несмотря даже на успешно влившегося Тима

16 мар 2011

Beaumain

Я уже привык. У них никто не держится. Одних вокалистов пять штук, а гитаристов и прочих музыкантов - каждый год меняют.