he wanted to prevent ruining his voice for the next show by ending the set early because the PA system went out during the show. In exclusive "Metal Injection" interview Tommy explained his departure from the band: Bringer of Plagues and hiatus (2009–2015) Divine Heresy's follow-up to 2007's Bleed the Fifth was the group's first release with new vocalist Travis Neal, formerly of Pushed. He is also currently a member of the Swedish band The Bereaved and the band Hate Times Nine from San Diego/LA. The album, titled Bringer of Plagues, was released on July 28 release via Century Media Records. Dino co-produced the album with the acclaimed producing team Dirty Icon (Logan Mader and Lucas Banker). As of November 25, 2010, Divine Heresy cannot be found on the Century Media Records website. Dino has also given interviews that during breaks from the current Fear Factory tour, Dino and drummer Tim Yeung have started writing new material for the next Divine Heresy record. On January 26, 2011, it was announced that bassist Joe Payne had left Divine Heresy. On May 10, 2011, Dino announced via Divine Heresy's Facebook page and through his own personal account that Divine Heresy are still together and that there will be a new album in 2012. He also said that they were planning a tour along the US east coast. On August 17, 2012, guitarist Dino Cazares via Twitter commented on the status of Tim Yeung as a DH drummer: On July 27, 2015, in an interview with MetalSucks, Cazares confirmed that he is the only remaining member of Divine Heresy and the band is currently inactive due to his commitments with Fear Factory. Return from hiatus and new lineup (2022–present) On August 1, 2022, Cazares announced he has recruited Lauren Hart of Once Human as the new vocalist of the band. He also revealed he has begun writing new material and would be playing all the guitars and bass on the recordings. Over a month later, Cazares announced that Gabe Seeber, live drummer of Decrepit Birth, is the band's new drummer. Band members Current members Dino Cazares – guitars (2005–present), bass (2005–2007, 2022–present) Lauren Hart – vocals (2022–present) Gabe Seeber – drums (2022–present) Former members Jose Maldanado – vocals (2005) John Sankey – drums (2005) Tim Yeung – drums (2006–2012) Tommy Vext – vocals (2006–2008) Joe Payne – bass, backing vocals (2007–2011; died 2020)