Lacey Sturm recently opened up about the challenges of reuniting with Flyleaf in 2022. She addressed the emotional complexities behind the band’s comeback in an interview shared on Loudwire.
When asked about what it was like reuniting with the band, Sturm reflected on how the reunion brought unresolved issues to the surface. The process of coming back together required significant emotional work from all members, despite the split being amicable.
“It was difficult. We all have different lives now, we’re different people. And it brought up old things that we didn’t realize we still had never resolved,” Sturm said. “Even though it was an amicable split, there were a lot of things that Flyleaf went through without me that was hard. There were also things that I went through without them around that was hard.”
Sturm emphasized that the reunion involved more than just musical collaboration. “There was this kind of reconciliation process that had to happen in our perspectives about each other,” she explained.
The 2022 reunion marked a significant milestone for both Sturm and Flyleaf. It ended a decade-long separation that had reshaped both the band and the vocalist’s career trajectories. Understanding the context of their time apart provides insight into why the reunion required such emotional work.
Lacey Sturm had left Flyleaf in 2012, citing personal and spiritual reasons, according to Consequence. Kristen May replaced her as vocalist. During her decade away from the band, Sturm pursued a solo career and authored several books, establishing herself as an independent artist. Meanwhile, Flyleaf continued to create new music and tour with their new lineup.
The reunion was officially announced in November 2022 with a photo and the message “Flyleaf with Lacey Sturm.” Revolver Magazine reported that this reunion was billed as a fresh start. It focused on reconciliation and renewed collaboration rather than dwelling on past tensions. The band and Sturm emphasized healing and moving forward, highlighting their shared history and mutual respect.
Their first major appearance together after the reunion took place at the inaugural Sick New World Festival in Las Vegas in May 2023. Additional shows followed, including a notable performance in Belton, Texas, in April 2023. Rock Hard noted that these events were met with enthusiasm from fans. The fanbase’s positive reception signaled strong investment in the band’s original lineup.
While tensions and challenges undoubtedly existed during the years of separation, the public narrative surrounding the 2022 reunion centered on forgiveness, growth, and the joy of reuniting. The band and Sturm have focused on the positive aspects of their renewed partnership. Her reflections on career, friendships, and the reconciliation process underscore how the reunion represents not just a musical comeback, but a meaningful chapter in the band’s evolution.
