Defenders Of The Faith, le forum Metal

During a recent conversation with Ultimate Classic Rock, legendary bassist Rudy Sarzo (OZZY OSBOURNE, QUIET RIOT, WHITESNAKE, DIO) revealed that he has parted ways with BLUE ÖYSTER CULT.

"Due to my scheduling with other projects that I'm doing, it became a little bit hard for me to keep a really solid working schedule with BLUE ÖYSTER CULT, so we amicably, we just basically parted ways," Sarzo said. "So they can actually find somebody who can devote more time to the band and I can actually pursue other bands that I'm doing."

Sarzo's other projects include the Japanese anime-inspired project ANIMETAL USA and TRED, the new band featuring former ANTHRAX singer Dan Nelson, TWISTED SISTER drummer AJ Pero and ADRENALINE MOB guitarist Mike Orlando. His time is further occupied by shows with the official Ronnie James Dio tribute band DIO DISCIPLES and his ongoing duties with the Rock And Roll Fantasy Camp.

Following the recent departure of bassist Rudy Sarzo (ANIMETAL U.S.A., TRED, ex-OZZY OSBOURNE, QUIET RIOT, WHITESNAKE), BLUE ÖYSTER CULT has confirmed his replacement:

"Next time you see BÖC you'll notice a new face manning the bass; Kasim Sulton (formerly of UTOPIA, MEAT LOAF, JOAN JETT). Kasim comes with plenty of experience and amazing vocals to add to the mix, along with his unique bass playing style. Kasim sand BÖC go back a long way - Buck Dharma played on Kasim's 1982 solo record Kasim. Learn more about Kasim by visiting his website."