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Drummer John Tempesta Parts Ways with The Cult After 20 Years
Drummer John Tempesta has parted ways with The Cult after 20 years, closing a long period in which he recorded and performed with the rock band. His departure comes ahead of The Cult’s planned return to touring in 2027, though the band has not announced who will replace him.
Tempesta joined in 2006 and played on three albums: *Born Into This* (2007), *Choice of Weapon* (2012) and *Hidden City* (2016). He did not play on 2022’s *Under the Midnight Sun*, but continued performing live with the band. In an Instagram post, he thanked fans and said he was looking forward to playing music again; The Cult are due to support A Perfect Circle on a North American tour in 2027.
In short
- John Tempesta has left The Cult after 20 years.
- He recorded three albums with the band.
- The Cult have not named a new drummer.
Explained simply
The Cult are a British rock band formed in the 1980s, known for songs that blend hard rock with post-punk influences. The group has been led by singer Ian Astbury and guitarist Billy Duffy, whose long partnership has shaped its music and public identity.
John Tempesta is an American drummer who joined the band in 2006. He recorded on three Cult albums and also played live shows, although he was not on the band’s 2022 album. Drummers help set a band’s rhythm and sound, and line-up changes can affect both studio recordings and touring.