In the wake of the death of former guitarist Justin Lowe last week, After the Burial has announced they are pulling out of their spot on this years Summer Slaughter Tour. The band ha released a statement and changed their social media channels to pay tribute to Lowe as well.

“In the wake of our loss, it comes with heavy hearts to inform everyone that we have decided not to perform on this years Summer Slaughter tour. The recent events have been unimaginably heartbreaking, and Justin’s passing is something that each of us needs time with our families and friends to recover from.

Justin Lowe’s story may have a sad ending, but the legacy he leaves us is one that should do nothing but inspire.

From the bottom of our hearts, we’d like to thank everyone who has reached out in support and with kind words for him, his family, and us. It has been truly amazing to see all the people whose live’s he impacted in a positive way.”