Drummer Leaves Vicious Rumors Over Politics

Larry Howe, longtime drummer for Vicious Rumors since 1985, has officially exited the band after months of escalating tension fueled by his political views. Initially kicked out in January over “extreme views” causing gig cancellations, the band later attempted a reconciliation for a European tour — only for cancellations to persist. Howe defended his stance as patriotic, criticizing “Trump Derangement Syndrome” and posting pro-Trump/ICE memes, blaming “cancel culture” for his departure. Despite the band’s 40+ member turnover history and their latest album “The Devil’s Asylum,” Howe’s exit marks a definitive end to his tenure — and a bitter chapter in the band’s turbulent legacy. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/704d0b56aa375dab