DEICIDE Subject of Controversy in Texas

On July 14th, 2006, DECIDE were caught in a whirlwind of unfortunate
events that occurred during their performance at Hustlers in Laredo,
Texas. DEICIDE were in Texas on a short week-long tour promoting their
forthcoming release, “The Stench of Redemption,” when they were faced
with payment issues from the show's promoter, as well as a slough of
technical issues that were also experienced by opening band, RINGWORM.
Lead singer Glen Benton verbally expressed his displeasure with the
situation to the crowd, but Benton was anxiously ready to forge on and
play a full set for the audience despite prior set backs when club
promoters called Laredo police. Restlessness grew amongst the crowd,
resulting in several bottles being thrown around the venue causing
mass confusion throughout the venue and between the police, crowd and
band. Laredo police closed down the show, forcing DEICIDE to cut their
performance short. “We wanted to finish the show,” Benton genuinely
states but the show came to a halt when police stormed the venue and
surprisingly maced and arrested a member of the band on unclear
charges. Benton states that the police used “excessive force” and many
concert goers have confirmed this with unofficial observations.
DEICIDE plan to move forward from this incident and would like to
thank all the fans that came out for their patience and dedication. An
official statement from Ralph Santolla regarding these events will be
issued shortly. DEICIDE will be releasing “The Stench of Redemption”
on August 22, followed by a fall headlining tour featuring fellow
metal brothers HURTLOCKER and JUNGLE ROT.