Is Iced Earth disbanded?

The band has officially disbanded as a result of John Schaffer’s extremist antics, but a look back shows that the warning signs were in plain view all along. Jon Schaffer, the sole remaining original member of ICED EARTH, had been the glue that held the band together for the last 37 years.

What happened to John Schaffer?

In April 2021, Schaffer pleaded guilty to breaching the US Capitol while armed with bear repellent and obstructing an official proceeding. He was among the first six people to break into the building. Founded in 1983, Metal Hammer is the global home of all things heavy.

Why did Matt leave ICED EARTH?

Barlow left the band in 2003, much to the chagrin of many fans. His reason for leaving was due to personal beliefs related to the September 11 terrorist attacks.

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Why did Tim Ripper Owens leave ICED EARTH?

UGO.com: To set the record straight, why did Ripper (Owens) leave the band? Schaffer: “Well, he left the band because I wanted him to leave the band. The change would have taken place regardless of whether Matt (Barlow) would have come back – it just probably would have happened after Crucible.

Is Iced Earth disbanded?