DeLonge became uncomfortable with the hefty touring schedule , during which he was unable to see his growing family . He eventually expressed his desire to take a half-year respite from touring in order to spend more time with family . Hoppus and Barker protested his decision , which they felt was an overly long break . DeLonge did not blame his bandmates for being disappointed with his requests , but was dismayed that they could not seemingly understand . In addition , DeLonge protested the idea of Barker 's reality television series , '' Meet the Barkers '' , which was being produced for a 2005 premiere . DeLonge disliked television cameras everywhere , feeling his personal privacy was invaded . Following the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami , DeLonge agreed to perform at Music for Relief 's Concert for South Asia , a benefit show to aid victims . Further arguments ensued during rehearsals , rooted in the band member 's increasing paranoia and bitterness toward one another . He considered his bandmates priorities " mad , mad different " , and the breakdown in communication led to heated exchanges , resulting in his exit from the group
2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami
2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami
Tom DeLonge