Testament’s Alex Skolnick recently shared his thoughts on Alissa White-Gluz’s departure from Arch Enemy. He explained why he believes this career move could benefit the vocalist in the long run. His comments were made during an appearance on The Metal Command Podcast.
Skolnick expressed support for White-Gluz while discussing how musicians can benefit from exploring opportunities beyond a single band.
“I don’t know what happened with Arch Enemy. I’m not going to weigh in on that. But Alissa [White-Gluz] is a great friend and she has worked with us [for Metal Allegiance] and yeah, we put her we put her to work, but we also know, you know, she’s got much more than just that sound,” he said. “And you know, now she’s going to have more of a chance to shine and do her thing.”
The Testament guitarist also touched on the broader topic of musicians not limiting themselves to one project.
“And as far as Dave [David Ellefson], I’m excited to hear him in Metal Church. I think that can be a really good fit. And yeah, it’s nice to hear musicians sort of not limiting themselves to being defined by one group,” he continued. “You know, that’s I’ve been that way for many years. I’ve gotten a lot of slack for it over the years, but I think it’s starting to make sense. I’ve had more of an acceptance with it. More of an acceptance from fans. I’m feeling less resistance. They just know that’s part of me. you know, that’s part of who I am.”
Skolnick’s supportive comments come at a pivotal moment for White-Gluz. She has already begun charting her new musical direction following the split.
Chaoszine reported that White-Gluz announced her split from Arch Enemy after 12 years with the band. She immediately released a new solo single, “The Room Where She Died,” following the announcement. The positive response to the single has given her “renewed energy and clarity” about her solo path. This suggests that Skolnick’s prediction about her having more opportunities to shine may already be proving accurate.
The departure marks the end of a significant chapter in both White-Gluz’s career and Arch Enemy’s history. Metal Verse Forum noted that Arch Enemy made their split announcement via the band’s official social channels in a brief statement confirming they had “parted ways.” This has prompted speculation about possible replacements and the band’s future plans.
White-Gluz’s tenure with Arch Enemy began in 2014. She joined the Swedish melodic death metal band and quickly became a defining element of the group’s sound. Her powerful vocal range and stage presence helped the band reach new heights during her 12-year run with the group.
The timing of the split and White-Gluz’s immediate solo release suggests a well-planned transition rather than an abrupt departure. This strategic approach aligns with Skolnick’s philosophy about musicians not limiting themselves to single projects. It demonstrates how artists can successfully navigate career changes while maintaining momentum in their musical journey.
