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Spiritbox has a new bass player, ex-As I Lay Dying Josh Gilbert

Author Flavia Andrade - 14.4.2023

Canadian metal band Spiritbox has announced bassist/vocalist Josh Gilbert as a permanent bandmember. After leaving As I Lay Dying in 2022, Gilbert joined Spiritbox as a touring member. Now, the band has released a new press photo featuring him. In response to a fan question on Twitter, Spiritbox vocalist Courtney LaPlante replied to confirm that Gilbert has been promoted to a full-time band member.

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Spiritbox’s second album “Tsunami Sea” will be released on March 7th, 2025

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