After more than two years with Northern New Jersey-based WILL KILLMORE, drummer Charlie Corletta has decided to leave the band citing personal and creative differences.

The following personal statement was issued by Charlie: "I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone including the boys in WKM for a lifetime of memories and experiences that I will cherish forever. It has been a unbelievable journey being a part of a band that in my opinion is one of the best new metal bands out there today. I say that with confidence because I see and dealt with just how much passion, time and sacrifice has gone into this band.

At this time I wish I could say I'm kidding but the truth is I will no longer be continuing my musical career with Will Killmore. I'm still perusing music professionally and plan on remaining active with other music projects.

I will carry out my musical obligations to the band and our fans by performing three more shows this summer. Details for those shows will be made available at Willkillmore.com shortly. This will be a nice way to close a chapter of my life on a positive note.

Again, thank you James, Joe, Brian, and Steve for making a dream come true! You have proved beyond a shadow of a doubt that with enough balls, imagination, and ambition five strangers could create an unstoppable force. I wish you all the best of luck and look forward to the remaining three gigs."

The band will be holding auditions for a permeant drummer at their studio in Clifton New Jersey.

"This is not easy for the band but we are looking to fill the spot ASAP. It's not an easy shoe to fill. There is no bad blood and this isn't on bad terms. We wish Charlie the best of luck in whatever he decides to do from this point on."

Details of the band's last three shows with Corletta will be available on WillKillmore.com.

All drumming prospects should send a message to willkillmore@gmail.com for audition details.