The Black Dahlia Murder Guitarist Leaves Band, Tour Postponed

The Black Dahlia Murder have postponed a handful of 2025 tour dates that will now take place later this year. Additionally, guitarist Brandon Ellis shared a statement today (Feb. 20) announcing that he has left the band.The Black Dahlia Murder and vocalist Brian Eschbach shared a collaborative post on social media yesterday announcing the postponement of their shows in Mexico and South America, which were to take place this month. The postponement was apparently due to Eschbach’s personal health.Ellis shared his own post today regarding his decision to leave the band. It seems the two events are not directly related to each other.The Black Dahlia Murder Share Statement on Tour PostponementIn the post, Eschbach said he needed to focus on his health, though he didn’t disclose what specifically has been going on.”As everyone knows it’s been an intense four years in the world and within The Black Dahlia Murder. All of this has forced me to take a hard look in the mirror and re-evalute my approach to life and focus on my health. I want to thank my friends, family, and bandmates for their continuous love and support. I and the rest of the band look forward to seeing you all at Sonic Temple and Welcome To Rockville this spring,” Eschbach wrote.The batch of tour dates has been rescheduled for this December, and Gatecreeper will join them as support. See the dates below.The Black Dahlia Murder 2025 Tour Dates – Mexico + South AmericaDec. 4 – Guadalajara, Mexico @ Foro IndependenciaDec. 5 – Monterrey, Mexico @ Cafe IguanaDec. 6 – CDMX, Mexico @ SupremoDec. 8 – Bogota, Colombia @ Ace of SpadesDec. 12 – Buenos Aires, Argentina @ UniclubDec. 14 – Sao Paulo, Brazil @ Hangar 110Brandon Ellis Shares Announces Departure From The Black Dahlia MurderEarlier today, Ellis shared a post on his own social media announcing his decision to step away from the group. He’d played guitar for the band since 2016. Read his full statement below.I have recently parted ways with The Black Dahlia Murder.I’m grateful for my nine years spent with this iconic band, and to have had the rare honor of making music with the legendary Trevor Strnad. I’m proud of my contributions to the band’s legacy and of all that we’ve accomplished together.Unfortunately, the time has come that I must close this chapter and begin the next.I’d like to thank the fans for the mountains of support they’ve afforded us all over the years, and I wish the band the best in all future endeavors.READ MORE: The Best Album by 11 Legendary Death Metal BandsIt’s unclear who will take Ellis’ place in the band at this time. The band’s next show is set for April 17 at the Inferno Metal Festival in Norway. See all of the upcoming dates on their website.17 Rock + Metal Bands Who Have Never Had a Lineup ChangeOne of the rarest achievements in music.Gallery Credit: Joe DiVita