Godsmack frontman Sully Erna recently addressed the band’s lineup changes during an interview, discussing the absence of drummer Shannon Larkin and guitarist Tony Rombola on their current tour.
“Well, laughs, that’s such a tricky question to answer right now at this stage,” Erna began. “I can tell you that there have definitely been some changes that have happened in the last few months. They are changes that we’re not sure will be permanent or temporary, but everybody and everyone is in good health and in really good spirits.”
He continued, “And the band is doing better than ever. We’re playing to the biggest audiences ever. The shows are becoming more and more valuable because, as we get older, we still appreciate coming to places like Sofia that is so far away from where we started. We’re able to come here and sell out a 13,000-seat arena.”
Erna reassured fans about the band’s current state, saying, “All I can tell you right now is that the band is in good health, we’re in good spirits, but there’s gonna be a little bit of a different visual for everybody.” He clarified that Larkin and Rombola have personal matters to attend to, which is why they are not currently on the tour. “So we have a couple of guest musicians playing with us that are phenomenal.”
The absence of the two longtime band members is a significant moment in Godsmack’s career, especially since “Lighting Up The Sky” is expected to be their final full-length album, according to reports from Tucson Weekly. This marks a pivotal shift in the band’s musical journey.
In the meantime, to keep their live performances in top form, Godsmack has enlisted drummer Will Hunt of Evanescence and guitarist Sam Bam Koltun to step in for Larkin and Rombola. Blabbermouth reported that the band launched their 2025 European tour with this temporary lineup.
Despite the changes, Godsmack’s touring power remains strong, as evidenced by their sold-out performance at Sofia’s 13,000-seat arena. The band continues to engage large crowds, proving that their energetic live shows and undeniable presence in the rock scene remain intact.
