Today, The Werks shared some unfortunate news, as longtime bassist Dino Dimitrouleas has announced a hiatus from touring with the group. The announcement comes in the wake of the passing of Dino’s brother Norman Dimitrouleas. The band posted a note from Dino, explaining the circumstances and announcing the replacement with Jake “Baby Hands” Goldberg.
Read the full statement below:
A note from Dino…
It’s with a heavy heart that I am announcing that I will be taking a hiatus from The Werks and will not be joining them on this upcoming tour. Believe me when I say that this was not a decision I came to lightly but after long discussions with my family, friends and band mates I have decided that my place is at home with my family right now. Instead of canceling shows and disrupting this tour our good friend Jake Goldberg “Baby Hands” will be filling in for me during my absence. Although he doesn’t have the height I possess he certainly has the chops and I am confident that he will keep the low end bumping for all you werkers while I’m gone. I hope to return after this tour but at this junction in my life I am taking things one day at a time.
I want to thank Jake for keeping the show on the road as well as thank my family, friends, band mates and fans for being so supportive during this difficult period in my life. I also want to encourage all of our fans to support The Werks in my absence as this is a very difficult time for them as well.
Thank you for your love and understanding,
Dino
Sending all of our love and support to the Dimitrouleas family during this difficult time.