In a surprising announcement, Judicator has lost two key members of the band. Drummer Jordy Elcess and Guitarist Balmore Lemus, have exited the band, amicably. You can read statements from each former member and the band below. Replacements will be announced next week. The band just released the acclaimed new album The Majesty of Decay (Prosthetic), and you can read our review here.   

ANNOUNCEMENT: Judi drummer Jordy Elcess and guitarist Balmore Lemus announce departure from Judicator

Jordy states:

“It is with a truly heavy heart that I announce my departure from Judicator. This band is my family. It’s hard to believe it has been nine years since I hopped on board. We’ve shed so much blood, sweat, and tears, and I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built together.

In the past couple of years, my family and work life have blossomed in some really beautiful ways. Where things have led, simply put, I just can’t give Judicator what it needs anymore. So rather than try to half-ass something that deserves to be whole-assed, I feel stepping down after the phenomenal ‘Majesty of Decay’ was the right thing to do for everyone.

I’m so grateful to the band, our fans, and all the wonderful people we’ve worked with along the way. I know John Yelland has things on lock, so don’t worry about the future of Aunt Judi — she’ll be fine. 

With all the love, 

Jordy”

Balmore states:

“It was an honor to be a part of this album! To get to create with such beautiful human beings is always a pleasure and I’m looking forward to seeing what Aunt Judy has in store for us next!”

We are saddened by the departure of these great friends, but excited to see them follow their own respective paths. We wish Balmore and Jordy the best of luck and will remain loyal supporters of them and their work.

To continue following Balmore, check out his bands Novareign and Lunar.

A new Judi guitarist and drummer will be announced next week.

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