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Y&T SPLIT WITH LEONARD HAZE:

June 7, 2006

After numerous attempts at trying to resolve a musical performance difference, we (Dave, Phil & John) regretfully inform you of our split with Leonard Haze. This decision was painstakingly hard for us because of our love for Leonard as a brother. However for Y&T to continue performing and functioning as a band, it was a change we had to make. We want you to know that we didn’t take this decision lightly, especially knowing how popular Leonard is with Y&T fans.

Over the course of the last week and a half we auditioned many fine drummers from all over the country. We have selected a bay area drummer to fill the seat for the upcoming shows. His name is Mike Vanderhule and he’s a straight ahead drummer with great chops. Mike is a student of Steve Smith and has been a favorite for many years in the local music scene. More info about Mike will be released in the coming days.

While we know this will be a big shock to many of you, we hope after the initial reaction, you will indulge us the respect of having made a tough but necessary decision in order for the band to stick together and move forward into the future.

Respectfully yours,
Dave, Phil and John

Courtesy of www.meniketti.com