{"id":17883,"date":"2026-04-30T17:00:47","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T21:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/heavensmetalmagazine.com\/?p=17883"},"modified":"2026-04-30T17:02:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T21:02:55","slug":"unworthy-vocalist-leaving-band","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/heavensmetalmagazine.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/30\/unworthy-vocalist-leaving-band\/","title":{"rendered":"News: UnWorthy Announces Lineup Shift as Frontman Steps Away, Band Presses Forward"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a scene built on endurance, few moments are rougher than a frontman stepping away mid\u2011stride. Christian deathcore outfit UnWorthy<\/strong> has announced<\/a> that vocalist Dennis Woods<\/strong> will be departing the band, closing a chapter that began with its founding in 2017. His decision, framed as a personal one, centers on family and a sense of calling beyond the stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the band\u2019s statement, Dennis will play one final show in Pomona, California on May 21, a moment that feels less like an ending and more like a handoff, especially with guitarist Jordan Jimenez<\/strong> set to take over vocal duties immediately after. Before that curtain falls, the band plans to record one last single with him, slated for a summer release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no drama here, just a grounded transition. UnWorthy isn\u2019t slowing down. Alongside Jordan\u2019s move to vocals, Anthony Garate<\/strong> will shift from bass to guitar, with a new bassist expected to be announced later this summer. Behind the scenes, writing continues, shows are being booked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lineup changes are nothing new in heavy music, bands either fracture under the pressure or recalibrate and return sharper. UnWorthy appears to be choosing the latter path, carrying a quiet confidence into their next chapter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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