Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante has Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, which sucks a whole lot considering he's a drummer. Fortunately he's going to physical therapy to help himself out! Unfortunately he's doing so in lieu of touring with Anthrax and Volbeat, considering drumming is the opposite of getting physical therapy.
"This was a difficult decision to make, especially as I had to miss dates on the last cycle because of my hand surgery. But the fact is, playing a show five or more times a week just isn't realistic right now. I found that out when we were making our new album, and I don't want to let the fans down by not being able to give it everything I have at every show. I was driving the other day and my hand went numb, so unfortunately, it's just not 100 percent yet. I figure I can play for maybe three weeks at a time, but then I have to let it rest. The guys in the band have been incredibly understanding and supportive, and I hope the fans will be as well. The positive side is that I plan to use the time off the road constructively and focus on our upcoming album, continue to work on the package artwork and develop a number of other ideas I've got for the campaign."
Benante said he'll get back with Anthrax on May 17 when the group plays Rock On The Range in Ohio. In the interim, Jon Dette will fill in! Dude's played with groups like Slayer and Testament before, so he clearly knows what's up for drums.
