Australia's PAINDIVISION have issued the following update:

The last six months have been some of the busiest and toughest times for the band with recording and releasing One Path. These stresses have ended in some members departing the group to pursue other interests and have also introduced new members joining the fold, ready to kick ass in '09. We would like to announce the addition of two new members who bring a powerful, focused energy to the band, and in early rehearsals everything is sounding great.

Mark Hobson (lead guitar): Mark’s history involves at one time, being Stu’s guitar student and playing in various metal acts. Mark takes on the dual shredding role along side Stu. Marks style is a very powerful free flowing sound that works very well against Stu’s.

Comments from Mark: "Joining Paindivision has presented an amazing opportunity to work with the best and hardest working musicians in the business, the band as a collective is now stronger ,hungrier and the monster created is charging forward. It's only a matter of time before this monster grows with the hard work that's being put in. With this animal, It's a very easy thing to say - Bring it!"

Peter Hunt (drums) - Ex-DRAGONFORCE / MARSHALL LAW: Pete’s history includes 20+ years of pounding metal across Europe , touring with numerous bands, his explosive style is a perfect fit for the band. Pete has been a breath of fresh air to the band and with an international tour looming for mid 09, we cannot wait for people to see his talents.

Comments from Pete: "I am thrilled to be a part of this machine known as Paindivision, and I am excited for what lies ahead. The bands sound of hard rock rawness, dipped and drenched in metal really provides me with a perfect sound scape to lay down some brutal and crushing drumming. The guys in the band are very focused and the talent and experience which exists in this outfit is pretty amazing to say the least. I can't wait to meet the bands present and future fans out on the road where it all happens. Bring on '09!"

With these changes we announce the departure of Joe Rahme and Jordan Howe.

Both Joe and Jordan have contributed a great deal to the sound of Paindivision over the last few years and move is seen clearly as a mutual one by all sides. We wish them the very best. Bass player Dan Quinlan will complete vocal duties for the immediate future.

Paindivision is currently auditioning singers throughout the month of January and we are all excited about this new chapter.

Regional touring dates will be announced soon.

One Path currently available in Australia nationally through RIOT! at all JB' Hi-fi stores and is scheduled for release in Japan through Soundholic records on Feb 25. Visit www.myspace.com/paindivision for all news and information.