Kasim Sulton News

Kasim describes The New Cars as "I have rarely worked with a group of musicians that I respect more, shared more common interests in and out of music or felt more comfortable with in over thirty years". He also adds "It might be wishful thinking on my part, but my hope is to come back in the not too distant future.". Kasim explains his reason is that Bat Out Of Hell III was finished earlier than expected.

Kasim also says that he will be playing the concert on 8th September in Atlanta, GA

The full message says:

"I'm sorry to inform you all that due to prior commitments I will not be performing with The New Cars during the Fall / Winter tour.

It was a very difficult decision to make, but one that I trust will be understood and respected.
As most of you know, I've been recording and touring with Meat Loaf for the past thirteen years. In September 2005 I started work on Bat Out Of Hell III. At the time, I did not expect the record to be done before the end of this year (each previous Bat record took over a year to make).

In a perfect world, I would be able to continue working with The New Cars well into 2007 before my presence would be required by Meat Loaf in any real capacity beyond the errant promotional appearance. The record was finished earlier than expected, thus impacting the amount of time I have to devote to a band that deserves no less than a full and total commitment from it's members.

No one is more saddened than me by this and I hope you all know that if there was any way I could have worked around this I would.

I have rarely worked with a group of musicians that I respect more, shared more common interests in and out of music or felt more comfortable with in over thirty years.
My decision to leave the band was not made quickly or easily but out of respect for Elliot, Todd, Greg and Prairie it was important for them to know as soon as possible that I wouldn't be available for the November / December tour.
I've no doubt that they will find the perfect musician to complete the band.
It might be wishful thinking on my part, but my hope is to come back in the not too distant future.

I'll miss you all very much.
In the meantime, go see the band. They really are great.

Kasim"

August 2006 News