Long-running thrashers Overkill have recruited Jeramie Kling (The Absence, ex-Venom Inc.) for the upcoming tours as the replacement for their longtime drummer Jason Bittner, who left the band earlier this month to focus on his other main bands Shadows Fall and Category 7.

Overkill issued the following statement about Kling: "We're gearing up for an epic European and North American tour this August through December and are excited to announce a special addition for the tours. Here comes a thunderous old friend, who had done work with us, as well as The Absence & Venom Inc. Please welcome, with drum sticks in hand, Jeramie Kling!"

Kling himself said: "Words cannot express how stoked I am to share the stage with my good friends in Overkill. We will be laying waste to everyone throughout Europe and North America (with King Diamond). Check the dates online and come out to see an unforgettable night of metal."

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