Wayne Lozinak, guitarist for Hatebreed , has left the band's European tour after being diagnosed with a benign meningioma, a non-cancerous brain tumor.
On the morning of last Tuesday, the 17th, the hardcore/metal group announced that during the Download Festival, Wayne experienced mild symptoms that raised suspicion of a possible stroke, which led him to seek medical attention.
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On the evening of June 14, while at the Download Festival, Wayne began experiencing mild symptoms that raised concerns about a possible stroke. Out of an abundance of caution, he sought medical attention the following day upon arriving in Lille, France. After undergoing an emergency CT scan, doctors discovered a brain tumor, leading to his immediate admission for further testing.
After a thorough 24-hour evaluation, including an MRI, the doctor determined that the tumor is a benign meningioma – a slow-growing mass that has likely been present for years. We are immensely relieved that Wayne's diagnosis is the best possible outcome given the circumstances.
Wayne will be returning to the US to prepare for surgery and focus on rest and recovery. His strength and resilience remain unwavering, and he is determined to return to Hatebreed as soon as he is able. We appreciate all the love and support from fans, friends, and the music community during this time
We will share further updates as appropriate. Thank you for respecting Wayne's privacy as he begins this journey toward full health.
Hatebreed announced Matt Bachans as their replacement guitarist during the tour, while Karl from First Blood will be the bassist.
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