Alex Bent (formerly of Trivium) speaks about parting ways with the band

Trivium and longstanding drummer Alex Bent have amicably parted ways. The band has since enlisted Alex Rüdinger as their new drummer, while Bent is planning his future endeavors.

In a recent interview with Metal Drummers United, Bent discussed his departure from the Florida-based metal ensemble, emphasizing that this transition represents a reset rather than an ending, as per MetalIinjection.

He reflected on his tenure with Trivium and shared his perspectives on his forthcoming projects.

I remember when I first joined [Trivium], it was, like, ‘Gosh, another drummer? Really?’

But people that I met ended up becoming friends for life. So I appreciate every single fan that’s come out to the shows, that, even to this day, books lessons with me or wants a signed stick or wants to do [interviews] like this, man. I really appreciate it, man.

And just know I’m not going anywhere, man. I’m never planning on stopping. I don’t have a backup plan. That’s how I’ve always been since high school. I remember counselors would be, like, ‘Well, what are you gonna do? You can’t just bank on this music thing.’ And I’m, like, ‘Nope. That’s exactly what I’m gonna do.’ So I’m not going anywhere, man. So anybody that supports me, I love you. I appreciate you guys, and I’m looking forward to the future, whatever that will be.

Bent also addressed rumors suggesting that his departure could lead to a slowdown in his career, which he categorically denied.

There’s nothing locked in stone. I don’t have anything… I’m happy with where I’m at, but I want to get back on the road, for sure. So, yeah, I think a lot of people are under the assumption that I’m trying to slow down or something, and that’s not the case at all.

I feel like I’m just getting started. So I would love to just continue working with the bands. I’m a free agent, and that’s the first time I’ve been a free agent in almost 10 years. So I’m, like, bring it on, man. Studio work, touring, whatever, teaching. I wanna do this. So, that’s pretty much what I’m doing, man. I’m just, like, ‘Hey, I’m open. Let’s go. Let’s do this.’