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Helsott w/Mythraeum @ Brick By Brick
Helsott to open for Goatwhore/Incantation
Big Changes
***Big Changes***
Cooper and Mark are no longer a part of Helsott. We wish them well in all their future endeavors.
Cooper says – “It’s been a great decade amigos, and now it’s time for me to move on from the mighty Helsótt. The truth is our schedules do not line up and alternate musical pathways are calling to me. I wish Eric, Mark, Pete, and everyone who has been involved in the band the absolute best. I’m moving into an exciting new chapter of my musical career and free agency with many new projects in the works. I’m greatly looking forward to the new opportunities in the coming months and years, and again I wish my friends and family in Helsótt a fantastic future and all the best in ‘22 and beyond. Thank you gentlemen for an unforgettable ride.”
We are extremely excited to announce their replacements. Please give a warm welcome to the Simsay brothers (Alexander Wisdom Simsay and Zachary Simsay) who will be joining Helsott as permanent members! The future is bright and we can’t wait to see where the next quest will take us!
Eric says – “The first time I saw Alex and Zach’s band Fadrait I was blown away. I never thought I’d be looking for a drummer but here we are and Alex is one of the first guys I thought of. He’s going to be a great addition the band. As for Zach, I’ve actually tried to get him to join Helsott many times in the past when the 2nd guitar position was available. I love Zach’s style and have always wondered what Helsott could sound like writing with him. Well 4th times a charm and this time I nabbed 2 Simsay’s! This is going to be epic.”
Alex says – “After years of sharing the stage with this kick ass group and hanging out with them at metal shows, I’m both excited and honoured to have been formally asked to join helsott as their new drummer! I can’t wait to melt faces and blast ass with this amazing group. Adventure Awaits! Huzaaahhh! P.S. Everyone welcome my irl brother Zachary Simsay as well! Through a miracle Eric somehow got the both of us haha!
Zach says – “After years of watching Helsott from the crowd and playing shows beside them I can truly say they are all phenomenal musicians and friends. I am not only honored but I am ecstatic to be a part of the crew and join my brother as a new members on this ship.”
Un-fortunately Michael Doc Beaulieu will be stepping down from bass duties, but will still be with the band in a more “behind the scenes” type of roll as Co-Manager/Executive Producer. We will be moving forward in the meantime with the amazing Melanie Sisneros on bass for the upcoming gigs.
Doc says – “My tenure with Helsótt has been incredible. Making the leap from supporter to touring bassist gave me a whole different appreciation for touring bands and the touring and festival scene. The energy I’ve received from metal fans worldwide has renewed my enthusiasm for everything I strive to do in life. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue with Helsótt in a role that fits best with my other professional and personal pursuits.”
With all this news comes the decision to drop out of the show this Sunday at Brick By Brick with label mates Graveshadow and Vintersea. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused anyone.
The show with Goatwhore and Incantation Aug 19th at 1720 is still a go for us! Zach will be focusing on playing Wacken with his band Mythraeum so we have tapped our dear friend and brother in arms Nick Harrington once again to fill in on guitar duties for this show. It’s going to be a blast so come out and support!
Thanks to everyone who has supported us over the years and who continue to show their support. We march onward into the fire with much fight left in us!
Drink Motherfucker Drink!
Helsott Dropping Off July 9th Show @ Ramona Mainstage
We have to drop out of the Ramona Mainstage show with War Pigs and Blackout July 9th. We apologize for any inconvenience this has placed on anyone.
Eric explains below.
Un-fortunately I have to back Helsott out of the show at Ramona Mainstage July 9th. 2 major reasons for doing this are: Before our tour this month I got Covid. The coughing for weeks straight destroyed my vocal cords. Not wanting to disappoint anyone, especially Malphas who had already arranged their flights from PA for the tour, I took “the show must go on” attitude. Obviously screaming for over a week straight with a fucked up voice did nothing but extreme damage. As I type this I am actually sick again and do not feel like I can perform at a level that is necessary to deliver even a half way decent Helsott set on my part.
The day before our tour my mother fell ill with complications from Parkinson’s and Pneumonia. She wouldn’t have wanted us to cancel the tour on her behalf so again “the show must go on” attitude was used. Now that I am home from tour I plan to go and see her. I must wait until I feel well enough for travel and I simply don’t know when I’ll be back in CA. I hope you all understand and hope to see you soon. -Eric Dow
