Killing Joke Singer Goes Missing

Killing Joke frontman and founder Jaz Coleman has gone missing after a dispute with his band over a forthcoming tour with The Cult and The Mission.

Coleman is presumed to have gone AWOL by his own accord, after allegedly posting a Facebook message last week which may have offended the other bands. The remaining Killing Joke members say they are “deeply embarrassed”, but remain concerned about his welfare.

Killing Joke, who formed in 1979 and were an influence on acts including Nirvana, Nine Inch Nails and Tool.

“A statement was posted on Facebook last week, reputedly by our singer, maligning both The Cult and The Mission and pulling us out of the shows. He is now AWOL and has not contacted any of his band mates.

“We are deeply embarrassed by this and offer our sincere apologies to all involved. We are all concerned about our missing singer’s welfare.

“Killing Joke made a collective decision to play with The Cult and The Mission in September. It was agreed by all of the band that we would do these shows. Indeed, we thought that they were something to look forward to, even though they were downsized.

“We would still like to honour our commitment to this tour, the other bands, and all the Gatherers and people who have already bought tickets and made travel arrangements.

“If this proves not possible, Killing Joke will make alternative arrangements to compensate for the trouble caused.

“Meanwhile we are doing everything we can to make this tour happen and locate our missing singer.”

The team at My Guitar Lessons hopes he is found safe and well.