Mark Heylmun to miss Suicide Silence tour for mental health

Suicide Silence guitarist Mark Heylmun has announced he will not participate in the band’s Reminders Of Hell tour to focus on his sobriety and mental health. The tour, which began on November 6 in Riverside, California, is scheduled to run through December 13 in Los Angeles.

In a social media statement, Heylmun clarified that he is not leaving the band and will continue to be involved behind the scenes. He noted that life on the road has historically been a difficult environment for him and expressed the need to build a solid foundation in his sobriety to ensure a long-term career.

The decision comes shortly before the release of the band’s new album, Graceless, on November 20. Jordan Lockrey will step in to perform on stage during the tour, which also features support from Emmure, AngelMaker, and Synestia.