It's been announced that rock band MASS OF THE FERMENTING DREGS drummer Yoshino Tsutomu will be leaving the band.

Yoshino entered the band as their official member in December 2009. He has not revealed his reasons for withdrawing, but commented, "Being in Masu Dore, I've experienced many things, and I've had many fun moments. When I look back at my life as an old man, I know my days with Masu Dore will be the biggest event of my life."�He also gave a shout out to vocalist Miyamoto Natsuko saying, "Lastly, Nacchan! You have to continue singing!"

Although Miyamoto is the only member left, she showed her intentions of continuing the band with, "Of course, I have a lot to think about. Right now, there are so many emotions and thoughts going around. Anyway, I want to roll forward. I'm quietly telling myself, 'let's go!'"

Yoshino's final performance will be at the live event, "GREAT HUNTING NIGHT VOL.25 X'mas SPECIAL", on December 23rd at WWW in Tokyo.�Tickets are on sale now.

Source & Image: natalie