Brooklyn Vegan — After a couple of shows in Texas, The Drums (who recently lost a member) ("we are sorry to say that Adam has left The Drums. Jonny, Jacob and Connor are devastated") will kick off their tour with Surfer Blood... more info

I Like Music — The band confirm the departure of Adam Kessler, but confirm that they will continue as a three piece, touring the UK in Nov/Dec 2010 more info

NME — Acts will join the likes of The Drums, Surfer Blood and Two Door Cinema Club at the New York event more info

ContactMusic — The Drums singer Jonathan Pierce said he feels "heartbroken" and "betrayed" by former guitarist Adam Kessler. Adam quit the band last weekend, just two nights... more info

Altsounds — *** A statement from The Drums*: ** "There have been some questions as to recent events and we are sad to confirm that Adam Kessler has left The Drums. The Drums (Jonny, Jacob and Connor) will continue as a three member band, and though we ar... more info

The Music Fix — Man drops bongo. more info

ContactMusic — Indie band THE DRUMS have drafted in a temporary guitarist for their U.S. tour following ADAM KESSLER's departure.The musician stunned his bandmates by quitting the... more info

ContactMusic — The Drums guitarist Adam Kessler has left the band, and a replacement has been announced.It was confirmed the musician has parted ways with the 'It Will All End... more info

NME — Guitarist Kessler quit as the band started their first US tour more info

Guardian Music — Band are 'devastated' after Adam Kessler leaves, although tour continues with a stand-in guitaristThe Drums, one of 2010's fastest-rising indie bands, have lost one of their guitarists. In the midst of a North American tour, the quartet have announce... more info