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Korn Guitarist Finds God, Leaves Band
Reuters ^ | 02.22.05 | Jonathan Cohen

Posted on 02/23/2005 12:34:22 AM PST by Rastus

NEW YORK (Billboard) - Korn guitarist Brian "Head" Welch has parted ways with the hard rock act, citing a recent religious awakening.

Welch broke the news Sunday on Bakersfield, Calif., station KRAB-FM.

"I had it in my heart to come here and explain to you," Welch said. "I'm good friends with Korn. I love those guys, and they love me, and they're very happy for me."

Addressing the aggressive tone of the music he made with Korn, Welch said, "Anger is a good thing, and if kids want to listen to Korn, good, but there's happiness after the anger. I'm going to show it through my actions how much I love my fans."

Welch added that he would be appearing at a local church on Feb. 27, during which time he would "speak (about) how I got to this place in my life, and I'll answer all your questions."

On its official Web site (http://www.korn.com), Korn's remaining members said they respect Welch's wishes and hope "he finds the happiness he is searching for." The group is in the studio working on a new album, due in September, which will be its first since fulfilling its contract with Epic last year.

For now, no replacement for Welch has been named, nor has a new label home for the band.


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To: martin gibson

Yes, "Take a bath" and "Get a job" is still good advice!


101 posted on 02/23/2005 7:57:22 AM PST by SamAdams76
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To: itsamelman

Oh my GOD. If I could take a pic of my face you would see tears streaming down my face right now. I am actually crying that page is so funny!!!!! I am choking because if I laugh out loud my boss is going to come in and I'll be in trouble.

Holy crap that is the funniest web page ever. ahahhahaha
hahahahah

Oh boy, THANK YOU!

PS- you gotta get up with me about that new traders list I was telling you about. FR-mail me.


102 posted on 02/23/2005 8:01:03 AM PST by t_skoz ("let me be who I am - let me kick out the jams!")
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To: Rastus; Bacon Man; Hap

I think that the problem with Korn is it is highly derivative of many popular bands within the genre - although when viewed on its own merits, it does have a deeper groove. However, what it has in groove it lacks in originality. One can't help but be reminded of such bands as Pearl Jam, White Zombie, Suicidal Tendancies and other bands that bear the mantle of so-called "alternative rock." One is even reminded of Lorie Anderson when she wore curlers. This video speaks less to the heart and more to the sphincter. In closing, I think Korn would do well to learn more from . . . (smack)


103 posted on 02/23/2005 8:03:11 AM PST by Xenalyte (Your mother sells hot dogs.)
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To: t_skoz
Although my friend in Ann Arbor MI has a mix tape with Cradle of Filth, Cannibal Corpse, Stan Rogers, Portishead and Gordon Lightfoot.

That has GOT TO BE, hands down, the most ecclectic tape I've heard of. I am in AWE! Cradle of Filth...Portishead and Gordon Lightfoot... brilliant!

All he needs now is some Kate Smith and Boxcar Willie...

104 posted on 02/23/2005 8:05:49 AM PST by RepoGirl (Rottweilers are republican; all cats vote nader.)
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To: Lazamataz; mhking; itsamelman; humblegunner; Allegra; Hegewisch Dupa; Tennessee_Bob; Texaggie79; ...
Itsamelman's link!

Oh, man, this is some of the funniest stuff I have seen in AGES. "Go, black metal Frodo, go!"
105 posted on 02/23/2005 8:06:17 AM PST by Xenalyte (Your mother sells hot dogs.)
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To: itsamelman

I liked the South Park episode with Korn, that was a parody of Scooby Doo.


106 posted on 02/23/2005 8:10:33 AM PST by dfwgator (It's sad that the news media treats Michael Jackson better than our military.)
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To: rintense
Welch should hook up with Scott Stapp.

Stapp tries too hard to not be pigeon holed as a "Christian" artist... This guy appears to be VERY proud of his new relationship with Jesus, unlike Stapp.

107 posted on 02/23/2005 8:12:57 AM PST by smith288 (Im too good for a tagline)
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To: Xenalyte; Rastus; itsamelman; KoRn; Darksheare; King Prout
I have seen those pics before, and they are "fall on yer ass" funny!

I'm talking "Imsosorry.com" hilarity, here.

As for the whole issue of Korn's premature breakup, I have to say, I'm disappointed at this unlikely turn of events.

After that masterful cover of "Word Up", as I was sure that these men would inherit the mantle of best thrash-metal/rap indie band from the Rolling Stones.

WHY GOD? WHY???!!!

(Rails at the heavens. Shakes fist angrily at the sky. Curses the sinister, anti-musical forces who made this possible.)

108 posted on 02/23/2005 8:13:14 AM PST by Do not dub me shapka broham (You are reading my 6,000th post, since November.)
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To: t_skoz
As if it weren't completely ridiculous enough, Check out the Lord of Doom's fly...


109 posted on 02/23/2005 8:16:34 AM PST by itsamelman (“Announcing your plans is a good way to hear God laugh.” -- Al Swearengen)
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To: smith288
Stapp tries too hard to not be pigeon holed as a "Christian" artist... This guy appears to be VERY proud of his new relationship with Jesus, unlike Stapp.

Stapp has, in the past year, undergone a great spiritual transformation. What you posted no longer applies to him.

110 posted on 02/23/2005 8:20:22 AM PST by Skooz (Overtaxed host organism for the parasitical State)
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To: itsamelman

Dani from Cradle of Filth comes in 4th only because he is so incredibly gay. First of all, there is no black metal band that has sold out quite like Cradle of Filth. Secondly, there is no other black metal band that loves to have pictures taken of them as much as Cradle of Filth. And lastly, Dani always has to be doing something stupid and/or gay in virtually all of the band photos. Why? Well, he's obviously watched Interview With a Vampire one too many times. The theatrics just need to stop. This is one of his few un-photoshopped pics. STOP IT! Also, Cradle of Filth is from Helsinki, Sweden.

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Helsinki, Sweden... LOL this site is awesome!

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Gorgoroth

Wait, are those suspenders? Oh, f@#k, you gotta be kidding me. And he's got his hair in a ponytail. Not only that, but I beleive he's carrying a scyth. He's a f@#$ing black metal farmer! &@$^$ @$*^ this picture is gay. What's up with the hooded avenger in the back? And who is that goliath moth@#&$%ker? Holy s#!t that guy is huge! Don't f@#k with Gorgoroth man!

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Oh God, I'm crying again over here hahahahahahahah

111 posted on 02/23/2005 8:25:31 AM PST by t_skoz ("let me be who I am - let me kick out the jams!")
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To: newcats

Yes


112 posted on 02/23/2005 8:43:47 AM PST by Lucas McCain
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To: DTogo

You don't need to cut your hair or remove your tattoos to be a Christian.


113 posted on 02/23/2005 8:46:22 AM PST by Melas
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To: flashbunny

I'm certain John Tesh is really a tool of Satan. That music is just too evil not to be.


114 posted on 02/23/2005 8:48:43 AM PST by Melas
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To: Blurblogger
Methinks ex-Korn mixes better with God than your unnecessary implied use of the F word....

I doubt it since the unnecessary use of the F word is a hallmark of Korn's music. "Ass Itch" is a song who's title I can at least post in this forum, but you wouldn't want to hear the lyrics.

115 posted on 02/23/2005 8:50:28 AM PST by Melas
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To: Rastus

God bless him. I love Korn's "sound." Danged if I can understand their lyrics.


116 posted on 02/23/2005 8:55:41 AM PST by rabidralph (Keep abortion legal. Celebrities hate paying child support as much as you do.)
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To: Captain Beyond
Glenn Kaiser of REZ does play a mean guitar and he plays some good Blues too.

Resurrection Band, aka REZ, is hands-down the best Christian hard-rock band ever. Period.

117 posted on 02/23/2005 8:58:57 AM PST by Terabitten (A quick reminder to the liberals. The election in Iraq was done NOT IN YOUR NAME.)
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To: Do not dub me shapka broham

Well, since a good portion of the band "Misfits" has passed on...


118 posted on 02/23/2005 9:02:16 AM PST by Darksheare (It is not a ZOT, it is aggressive electro-dermal exfoliation! Yeeeeeeeeeeeagh!)
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To: Do not dub me shapka broham

Korn covered "word up"?

I liked the original, if it is the tune I'm thinking of.
I like most of the Korn I have heard.
I wouldn't mind hearing the cover of that tune by that band.


119 posted on 02/23/2005 9:14:38 AM PST by King Prout (Remember John Adam!)
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To: trubluolyguy

***Time to start a new kick a$$ Christian rock band.***

With Creed frontman Scott Stapp? HAHAHA that would be interesting...


120 posted on 02/23/2005 9:17:58 AM PST by Zeppelin (Keep on FReepin' on.....)
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