reported by: Kevan Breitinger

reported: 11-16-2007

Dead Poetic Break Their Silence

There’s been much discussion of late regarding the status of Dead Poetic, especially with their “Best Of” releasing Tuesday from Tooth & Nail. Frontman Brandon Rike has broken the silence with a stunningly candid blog on the band’s myspace.

Brandon’s Statement. I Am The Horse’s Mouth

I have tucked myself away into my own little world for so long, that I honestly do not know what the general rumors about Dead Poetic are. I just skimmed the internet, getting a general concensus, and have found that there are many assumptions with what exactly happened to Dead Poetic, and what is left. I feel that it is my duty, to break my silence, crawl out from beneath this rock, and explain, the best that I know how, what is actually taking place.

 I want to be sure that you understand that I am writing this from my point of view. Many of the statements you have read about the band, have been very nice in regards to me. The truth is, however, that I AM the reason for all of our band's inconsistencies. My involvement in Dead Poetic has been a roller coaster over the past 4 years, and the stress has been exhausting.

 Read the rest here.