A Perfect Circle Drummer Leaves Band

In an unceremonious tweet, Josh Freese, drummer for A Perfect Circle, has announced his exit from the band.

Freese tweeted "After 13 years, I've decided to leave @aperfectcircle with no plans of returning. Apologies to those inquiring about the upcoming shows."

So far, there's been no official comment from A Perfect Circle.

Freese has played with a slew of bands including Nine Inch Nails, The Offspring, Paramore, Guns N' Roses and more. Freese is currently on tour with Sublime with Rome.

A Perfect Circle has a number of upcoming tour dates schedule, including appearances at Lollapalooza Chile and Brazil.

Jeff Friedl has been filling in as touring drummer for APC. It is assumed he will continue in this role.