RIP: Crash Of Rhinos (2009-2014)

February 21st, 2014

Troy Sennett

English quintet Crash of Rhinos released an excellent sophomore album last year, and despite a glowing reception from critics and fans, it seems that Knots will be the last we hear from the band, who announced their breakup today via their Facebook page.

Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like there are any plans for farewell shows, but the band expressed their thanks to anyone who has supported them over the years. You can read the band’s statement below.

It is with with regret we have to tell you all that Crash is no more. We’ve had some incredible times. Some of the best times, met some of the best people, played with some of the best bands. Thank you to to anyone who bought Distal and/or Knots, shared them, came to see us live, bought a shirt, or gave us a place to stay. You’re the people that really made it work whilst it worked.

Extra special thanks to Luca Benni, Kevin Douch, Kevin Duquette and Seth Decoteau and Maurizio Borgna at To Lose La Track, Big Scary Monsters, Topshelf Records and T R I S T E for getting our late night jams out to people we never thought would hear us. The repress of Knots is currently available through these fine people.

So long.
Jim, Oli, Biff, Draper & Beal.

If you’re as bummed about this one as we are, head over to Topshelf Records and pick up a copy of Knots on vinyl.