On December 18,2008, Brent Smith announced via Shinedown's website that Perri would be leaving the band followed by a video from Perri posted on the front page explaining his decision, exculpating the band of any blame.
On December 18,2008, Brent Smith announced via Shinedown's website that Perri would be leaving the band. It was followed by a blog from Perri that posted the next day explaining his decision, exculpating the band of any blame.