Drummer EMLEE JOHANSSON Exits THE GEMS
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Drummer Emlee Johansson has announced her departure from THE GEMS.
THE GEMS came together in February 2023 when it was announced that Johansson, Guernica Mancini (vocals) and Mona Lindgren (guitar) were exiting THUNDERMOTHER after a six-year run. THE GEMS have since released two studio albums via Napalm Records, 2024's "Phoenix" and 2026's "Year Of The Snake".
Earlier today (Tuesday, April 24),Emlee released the following statement via social media: "I have made the difficult decision to take a break from music and therefore leave THE GEMS.
"I love the band and a part of me will always be with this band, but for the last couple of years all the touring has worn me out. It's not about the live shows at all. I enjoy playing live a lot, but it's all the traveling, lack of sleep, pressure and stress that comes with it.
"I need to do this for myself, and even though this is one of the hardest decisions I've ever made in my life, I am also excited about starting a new chapter.
"I ask you to not mourn my departure, but instead support and appreciate Guernica and Mona for still being here and continuing with THE GEMS. They deserve all the love and support! I am forever proud and thankful for everything I've experienced together with Guernica and Mona and I am so grateful for their friendship.
"I wanna thank all our fans for making this journey so special.
"I really look forward to following THE GEMS, and watching them take over the world! And of course I am very curious to see who will replace me.. If you are a badass female drummer, don't hesitate to contact the girls!"
Mancini and Lindgren added in a statement: "The end of an era. We have had a few weeks to digest this information and it has been heart breaking to learn. We only want the best for Emlee so with that in mind we also have found acceptance and feel very proud of her taking this step for herself. We support her no matter what and stand by her side.
"We love you and promise to continue building our Legacy. You will always be a Gem."
THE GEMS made their live debut on March 22, 2023 at Pustervik in Gothenburg, Sweden as the support act for THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA.
After Mancini, Johansson and Lindgren departed THUNDERMOTHER, guitarist Filippa Nässil revealed that she would continue with a new THUNDERMOTHER lineup featuring singer Linnéa Vikström (THERION, AT THE MOVIES) and returning bassist Majsan Lindberg. Filippa has also since recruited Joan Massing (HONEY CREEK) as THUNDERMOTHER's new drummer.
(Source: www.blabbermouth.net)
