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ILL NINO Split With Percussionist And Guitarist, Begin Recording New CD

May 9, 2003

ILL NINO have amicably parted ways with percussionist Roger Vasquez and guitarist Marc Rizzo halfway through the recording sessions for their as-yet-untitled new album. "We're parting as friends," stated ILL NINO drummer Dave Chavarri. "In fact, Marc is playing guitar on [our upcoming studio] record, totally living up to his commitment to the band. Those guys are great musicians and totally part of the ILL NINO family. It was time for them to pursue other directions in music…nothing more, nothing less. We'll all go on to better days both as individuals and as ILL NINO. I wish them well."

The remaining members of ILL NINO — Chavarri, vocalist Cristian Machado, bassist Laz Pina and guitarist Jardel Paisante — are currently tracking the follow-up to 2001's "Revolution/Revolucion" at a New Jersey recording studio with producer Bob Marlette (SALIVA, BLACK SABBATH),with co-production handled by Chavarri.

Due for release in the fall, ILL NINO's sophomore effort translates the ferocious vibe and Latin soul of the band's celebrated live show to disc. The mixing will be handled in June by Jay Baumgardner (PAPA ROACH, EVANESENCE, DROWNING POOL).

Asked how the recording sessions for the new album have been going, Chavarri had the following to say: "It's been unbelievably easy and really the most fun we've ever had making a record. We've all opened up a lot as musicians and it's really showing as the songs are being recorded. It's everything ILL NINO is: heavy, melodic and tribal. The vibe is amazing. We want to let our fans know how good things are going and simply thank them for supporting ILL NINO through thick and thin. The revolution will be back in your town this summer!"

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