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http://forum.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?p=424170
Here we have a statement from Jason Gleason of Further Seems Forever, and below it a statement from the rest of the band. We want to preface this by saying that we will support the band, and Jason in any of their future projects:
Dear Further Seems Forever fans,
Marriage is on e of the most beautiful words in representing the union of two souls for a lifetime commitment. The concept it great, but the reality of eternal bliss is hard work. All people involved must do it together on fair terms and have love for one another. Being in Further Seems Forever is a marriage, except, it's not two that must be in love, it's five, and that reduces the odds of an idealistic relationship. When a band is a marriage, the fans become the children. You love the kids and want to protect them from things that would hurt them. You "stay together for the kids", but each year it gets a little harder. You stick around at the expense of your own happiness to hold things together. I tried, but
made myself very unhappy. Divorce is one of the most hated and confusing words that was ever created. Everyone gets hurt initially, but you hope that with time, everyone can become friends again and keep the bashing to a minimum. The innocent bystanders in this, as in any marriage, are the children (you guys). I would hope that with time, you would forgive but still love both sides and support them in any future unions. Being part of Further Seems Forever for the last three years has been an amazing experience. That experience was because of our fans. I entered this band at a point when a spectacular record was released with a singer who was very loved. He left, leaving me very big shoes
to fill, but amazingly you accepted me with open arms.
I know what it is like to be a fan. I know what it is like to sit in my room and listen to Sunny Day Real Estate, and feel like if I wasn't listening to this record right now, my entire world would come crashing down around me. I also know what it feels like to have my favorite band break up. You guys are the main reason that I pined over this so long, and all I can really say is thank you all for the endless amounts of support and friendship you
have showed me along the way.
My accomplishments with FSF have only made me a better musician, singer and performer. We made amazing music together, some of the best in my opinion. The chemistry was there. Always undeniable on record and at shows (well, not all shows, but most). But that is only a fraction of what this marriage consisted of, and the other parts weren't always as positive. We worked really hard and as Chris wrote "you keep us going on" and that's what our fans did. We struggled to maintain, earning less then minimum wage; but knowing that it mattered to people kept me going. However, there comes a point where I had to factor my own happiness into the equation. I feel it would have been
worse for myself, my family, the band, and most importantly the fans to go on pretending that everything was okay. I apologize to anyone who feels my action were wrong, but I was
unhappy in an unhealthy relationship. The timing of this was not planned, my time just came up. I wish Chad, Steve, Derick, and Josh the best. I hope my marriage metaphor helped you understand or at least made it a little clearer without getting into the details.
With Sincere Thanks,
Jason Michael Gleason
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The statement that has been made by Jason Gleason is NOT an official announcement from the band but a statement from him ALONE. There will be an OFFICIAL announcement from the group in a very short while regarding all the details of this situation. We have actually been awaiting an answer regarding this upcoming tour from Jason. WE (Derick, Chad and Steve) are 100% willing to do the Tooth and Nail tour. I apologize on behalf of ourgroup for keeping any of our listeners in suspense on the happenings of the group but we want to make sure that all of the answers are given to us
before we post an OFFICIAL statement. Take care, God bless, and you will hear from us soon. We appreciate your thoughts and prayers,
Derick, Chad, Steve and Josh (Further Seems Forever)
man, another band alteration. first it was dallas and underoath splitting ways, and then brad left norma jean, and then jessie and josh left zao. and now jason is leaving one of my favorite bands. i will be praying for those guys. i hope it is all for the best and i hope that i am still able to see fsf on tour in a month. either way, mewithoutYou is always incredible. i hope everyone has an awesome day. music isn't that important.
http://forum.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?p=424170
Here we have a statement from Jason Gleason of Further Seems Forever, and below it a statement from the rest of the band. We want to preface this by saying that we will support the band, and Jason in any of their future projects:
Dear Further Seems Forever fans,
Marriage is on e of the most beautiful words in representing the union of two souls for a lifetime commitment. The concept it great, but the reality of eternal bliss is hard work. All people involved must do it together on fair terms and have love for one another. Being in Further Seems Forever is a marriage, except, it's not two that must be in love, it's five, and that reduces the odds of an idealistic relationship. When a band is a marriage, the fans become the children. You love the kids and want to protect them from things that would hurt them. You "stay together for the kids", but each year it gets a little harder. You stick around at the expense of your own happiness to hold things together. I tried, but
made myself very unhappy. Divorce is one of the most hated and confusing words that was ever created. Everyone gets hurt initially, but you hope that with time, everyone can become friends again and keep the bashing to a minimum. The innocent bystanders in this, as in any marriage, are the children (you guys). I would hope that with time, you would forgive but still love both sides and support them in any future unions. Being part of Further Seems Forever for the last three years has been an amazing experience. That experience was because of our fans. I entered this band at a point when a spectacular record was released with a singer who was very loved. He left, leaving me very big shoes
to fill, but amazingly you accepted me with open arms.
I know what it is like to be a fan. I know what it is like to sit in my room and listen to Sunny Day Real Estate, and feel like if I wasn't listening to this record right now, my entire world would come crashing down around me. I also know what it feels like to have my favorite band break up. You guys are the main reason that I pined over this so long, and all I can really say is thank you all for the endless amounts of support and friendship you
have showed me along the way.
My accomplishments with FSF have only made me a better musician, singer and performer. We made amazing music together, some of the best in my opinion. The chemistry was there. Always undeniable on record and at shows (well, not all shows, but most). But that is only a fraction of what this marriage consisted of, and the other parts weren't always as positive. We worked really hard and as Chris wrote "you keep us going on" and that's what our fans did. We struggled to maintain, earning less then minimum wage; but knowing that it mattered to people kept me going. However, there comes a point where I had to factor my own happiness into the equation. I feel it would have been
worse for myself, my family, the band, and most importantly the fans to go on pretending that everything was okay. I apologize to anyone who feels my action were wrong, but I was
unhappy in an unhealthy relationship. The timing of this was not planned, my time just came up. I wish Chad, Steve, Derick, and Josh the best. I hope my marriage metaphor helped you understand or at least made it a little clearer without getting into the details.
With Sincere Thanks,
Jason Michael Gleason
----------
The statement that has been made by Jason Gleason is NOT an official announcement from the band but a statement from him ALONE. There will be an OFFICIAL announcement from the group in a very short while regarding all the details of this situation. We have actually been awaiting an answer regarding this upcoming tour from Jason. WE (Derick, Chad and Steve) are 100% willing to do the Tooth and Nail tour. I apologize on behalf of ourgroup for keeping any of our listeners in suspense on the happenings of the group but we want to make sure that all of the answers are given to us
before we post an OFFICIAL statement. Take care, God bless, and you will hear from us soon. We appreciate your thoughts and prayers,
Derick, Chad, Steve and Josh (Further Seems Forever)
man, another band alteration. first it was dallas and underoath splitting ways, and then brad left norma jean, and then jessie and josh left zao. and now jason is leaving one of my favorite bands. i will be praying for those guys. i hope it is all for the best and i hope that i am still able to see fsf on tour in a month. either way, mewithoutYou is always incredible. i hope everyone has an awesome day. music isn't that important.