After twelve years creating music beloved by a loyal fanbase across the world, today In Hearts Wake announce the departure of long-time bassist and vocalist, Kyle Erich.
In conjunction with today’s news, In Hearts Wake have also announced that they will tour Australia with Erich for the last time this September, giving fans the opportunity to share in an important closing chapter for the band. And also alongside this announcement, In Hearts Wake deliver a brand new track, fittingly titled ‘Farewell’; a poignant cap put on Erich’s time with the band, laced with emotional tension and catharsis.
THURSDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2024 – KING STREET BANDROOM, NEWCASTLE
FRIDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2024 – LIBERTY HALL, SYDNEY
SATURDAY 7 SEPTEMBER 2024 – THE TIVOLI, BRISBANE
THURSDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 2024 – THE FORUM, MELBOURNE
FRIDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 2024 – THE GOV, ADELAIDE
SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2024 – MAGNET HOUSE, PERTH
Though Erich’s departure signifies a dynamic shift for In Hearts Wake, their split has been amicable; both are anticipating bright futures as they continue on separate paths. After going through the motions of any break-up –– from sadness and heartbreak, through to acceptance –– In Hearts Wake and Erich are now ready to celebrate with the release of ‘Farewell’ and their upcoming final run of headline shows together.
The process of creating ‘Farewell’ doubled as a healthy way of processing Erich’s impending departure from the band; a moment for him to be involved in his exit in a way that perfectly put a pin in his time with his bandmates. It is this very reason Farewell has a spirit of closure to it, because this is exactly what it represents: a beautiful, monumental chapter coming to an close for Erich and In Hearts Wake alike.
As his melodies and vocals soar, the heartfelt weight of his final message is as much for the In Hearts Wake fans, as it is for his bandmates.