Chris Adler, co-founder and former drummer of Lamb of God, has recently opened up about the emotional fallout and professional tensions surrounding his 2019 exit—on terms he describes as abrupt and painful.
📨 Fired Over Email
In a blunt admission, Adler reveals he was informed of his dismissal via email: “They told me my services were no longer required.”
For Adler, this method of parting felt like losing his **“child”—**a painful blow after 26 years of dedication
🎙️ Creative Differences, Not Injury
Although Adler’s absence from the band began with a serious 2017 motorcycle accident, he stresses this was not the reason for his departure: “I’ve been well since August 2018… I did not make the decision to leave my life’s work.”
He has pointed to creative differences as a key factor, rejecting the idea of being "trapped in a creative formula" or constantly "painting by numbers". Notably, Adler emphasized his refusal to simply replicate past glories: “I’d rather mow the grass.”
🤝 Brotherly Strain with Willie Adler
The departure also strained family bonds. Chris admits his relationship with brother and bandmate Willie Adler has grown "weird," though friendly: “Blood is blood… there’s a level of disrespect that’s somehow tolerated.”
While there’s no outright hostility, the distance is palpable after their long history together.
🌱 Life After LoG & Moving On
Ultimately, Adler embraced the split, calling the band environment “toxic” and too draining to sustain. He’s since redirected his focus to family and new musical ventures—most notably Firstborne, a project with former Megadeth bassist James LoMenzo
Despite the tough break, he maintains respect for his bandmates and passion for drumming: “I absolutely love playing the drums… I’m sticking with it, for sure.”
Chris Adler’s departure from Lamb of God was more than just lineup news—it was personal and pivotal. Between family strain, creative exhaustion, and a desire for balance, his exit marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another: one where artistic integrity, personal health, and new musical paths take precedence.
