OUTWORLD Keyboardist/Founding Member Quits

sh0kr0k · March 5th, 2008, 09:33 PM

Keyboardist Bobby Williamson of the Texas metal band OUTWORLD has issued the following update:

"Due to overwhelming and stressful tasks that I took on, rehearsal schedule problems, sleep deprivation and damage to my hearing (tinnitus), I have made the decision to leave OUTWORLD. This was a hard decision to make, but I feel it's best for me.

"Rusty Cooley [guitar] and I, the founding members of this band, began OUTWORLD years ago with the vision of putting together an amazing metal band that could measure up with the quality of bands like SYMPHONY X, DREAM THEATER, etc., and I think we conquered that vision to a degree. However, things have changed for me, it became not fun anymore and too hard to persevere with little positive return.

"But I'm not done with music! And I look forward to writing music of my own...not sure which direction I will take yet as far as a project or a band.

"I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all of those devoted fans we have gathered over the years that truly believed in us. You helped us win the Famecast video competition, an amazing and gloriful accomplishment that each of us will never forget. Cheers to you! Hopefully OUTWORLD fans will continue to follow each member in OUTWORLD as we take on other endeavors. I feel OUTWORLD will go down as the best metal band that never reached its full potential in the music industry."

OUTWORLD is currently searching for a new label to release its sophomore album. New audio samples are available on the group's MySpace page.

In late 2006, OUTWORLD released its self-titled debut on France's Replica Records to both critical and artist acclaim.

The band has been heralded as a blend of key influences PANTERA, SYMPHONY X, LAMB OF GOD, and DREAM THEATER, but with a sound all its own.

I wish you all the best Bobby! You rock! And I hope for all the best success for the Outworld guys - you're amazing! Keep up the awesome work!!

ZHJ&T · March 6th, 2008, 04:33 PM

Wish you all the best Bobby and can understand where you're coming from. I wish everyone in the Outworld camp the best.

Jasun

Dolamite S. Biffle · March 6th, 2008, 08:46 PM

I wish everyone the best of luck with whatever they will be doing in the future.

Pyramaze51 · March 8th, 2008, 09:31 AM

Don't worry about Bobby he will rebound, and rebound gracefully and stronger. I mean he is such a class act there is no doubt.

Chris Rifkin(HalcyonF5 and Stu · March 8th, 2008, 05:31 PM

Ah man that sucks.....

TX Metal Cowboy · March 8th, 2008, 07:21 PM

Sorry to hear this but I understand completely. Outworld have been going strong for such a long time, with nobody paying attention like they deserved! Bobby I wish you all the best my friend and I'm sure I'll see you around soon.

FataMorgana · March 14th, 2008, 08:10 AM

Carlos is leaving too...if I read the MySpace blog correctly.

sh0kr0k · March 14th, 2008, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FataMorgana

Carlos is leaving too...if I read the MySpace blog correctly.

Yeah

But we get to look forward to hearing him again too! In Coldera with Bill Hudson. \m/

March 5th, 2008, 09:33 PM	#1 (permalink)
sh0kr0k www.MindFlow.com.br Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Getmeouttahere, TX Posts: 4,029	OUTWORLD Keyboardist/Founding Member Quits Keyboardist Bobby Williamson of the Texas metal band OUTWORLD has issued the following update: "Due to overwhelming and stressful tasks that I took on, rehearsal schedule problems, sleep deprivation and damage to my hearing (tinnitus), I have made the decision to leave OUTWORLD. This was a hard decision to make, but I feel it's best for me. "Rusty Cooley [guitar] and I, the founding members of this band, began OUTWORLD years ago with the vision of putting together an amazing metal band that could measure up with the quality of bands like SYMPHONY X, DREAM THEATER, etc., and I think we conquered that vision to a degree. However, things have changed for me, it became not fun anymore and too hard to persevere with little positive return. "But I'm not done with music! And I look forward to writing music of my own...not sure which direction I will take yet as far as a project or a band. "I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all of those devoted fans we have gathered over the years that truly believed in us. You helped us win the Famecast video competition, an amazing and gloriful accomplishment that each of us will never forget. Cheers to you! Hopefully OUTWORLD fans will continue to follow each member in OUTWORLD as we take on other endeavors. I feel OUTWORLD will go down as the best metal band that never reached its full potential in the music industry." OUTWORLD is currently searching for a new label to release its sophomore album. New audio samples are available on the group's MySpace page. In late 2006, OUTWORLD released its self-titled debut on France's Replica Records to both critical and artist acclaim. The band has been heralded as a blend of key influences PANTERA, SYMPHONY X, LAMB OF GOD, and DREAM THEATER, but with a sound all its own. I wish you all the best Bobby! You rock! And I hope for all the best success for the Outworld guys - you're amazing! Keep up the awesome work!! __________________ Proud Head Leader of the MindFlow U.S. Street Team Proud Member of the NIGHTMARE RECORDS Street Team Rock The Madhouse Director & Dark Day Promotions Owner Proud Director of Madfest WorldWide - TXMF Forum "One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics, is that you end up being governed by your inferiors." - Plato vicissitudes (n.) - the unexpected changes and shifts often encountered in one’s life.

March 6th, 2008, 08:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
Dolamite S. Biffle Biffliest Person Ever Join Date: May 2005 Location: Atlantis Posts: 2,519	I wish everyone the best of luck with whatever they will be doing in the future. __________________ Visit http://www.metal-temple.com, for the latest album reviews and metal headlines. “Its all about escapism,” says Scott Waldrop, guitarist for Twisted Tower Dire. It’s the antithesis of bands like R.E.M. or Pearl Jam. For me, Power Metal, or traditional Metal, is like a soundtrack for slaying the singer of Creed." "All right, Ian. Can you please shut up for the next 3 minutes and 12 seconds, so I can play the last song." - Jon Oliva

March 8th, 2008, 09:31 AM	#4 (permalink)
Pyramaze51 J-Man to All Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 2,756	Don't worry about Bobby he will rebound, and rebound gracefully and stronger. I mean he is such a class act there is no doubt. __________________ Proud Co-Sponsor of REDEMPTION for PPUSAVIII Proud Co-Sponsor of Freak Kitchen for PPUSA VII Proud Co-Sponsor of Mustasch for PPUSA IX Proud Member of the NIGHTMARE RECORDS Street Team Owner and President of DREAMCATCHER PROMOTIONS and MANAGEMENT Proud father of Mary And Rachel, my metal sweeties

March 8th, 2008, 05:31 PM	#5 (permalink)
Chris Rifkin(HalcyonF5 and Stu Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 585	Ah man that sucks..... __________________ I guess I picked a bad time to stop sniffing glue -------------------- DISCLAIMER: All of my posts/threads are my expressed typed opinion and the reader is not to assume these comments are absolute fact, law, or truth unless otherwise stated in said post/thread.

March 8th, 2008, 07:21 PM	#6 (permalink)
TX Metal Cowboy Picture Boy Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 323	Sorry to hear this but I understand completely. Outworld have been going strong for such a long time, with nobody paying attention like they deserved! Bobby I wish you all the best my friend and I'm sure I'll see you around soon. __________________ You'll never force me to denounce...

March 6th, 2008, 04:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
ZHJ&T Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 987	Wish you all the best Bobby and can understand where you're coming from. I wish everyone in the Outworld camp the best. Jasun

March 14th, 2008, 08:10 AM	#7 (permalink)
FataMorgana She will take you... Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: SE, TX, US Posts: 858	Carlos is leaving too...if I read the MySpace blog correctly. __________________ Zero Hour MySpace Zero Hour Forum