Chimaira have parted ways with bassist Jim LaMarca. The group issued the following collective statement on the matter:

“After a decade of good times and achievements, our friend and band mate Jim LaMarca has decided to retire from Chimaira. We wish him nothing but the best as he settles in and starts a family. As for seeking a replacement…we’ll cross that bridge down the line. In the meantime, consider it “business as usual” with the Chimaira you know and love.”

In the meantime, the band have tapped Emil Werstler of Daath to fill in on bass on their upcoming “Blue Collar Brawler Tour” which kicks off this week with Impending Doom, Daath and This Or The Apocalypse.