Wayne Lozniak, guitarist for HATEBREED, has provided an update on his impending brain tumor surgery. It was announced earlier this month that Lozinak will be taking a leave of absence from the band because, while on tour in Europe, he was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. Speaking on June 29th, Lozinak stated that he hopes to schedule the upcoming procedure’s surgery as soon as possible.

“Hello everyone. Just wanted to first say, I’m feeling fine, and I’ve been back in the U.S. since last week. Basically just had more tests, and another MRI here, and the results are the same as they were in France. Can never be too sure I guess. In case you missed it, I have a benign meningioma in my head that needs to be removed! I have an appointment with a neurosurgeon this upcoming week, and hopefully we can get the surgery scheduled soon! I don’t have all the details yet on what that entails, but I will be looking forward to getting back on the road and seeing you all, once everything is done and is safe to do so!

Second, I REALLY want to thank everyone who has reached out to me, since we posted about it. It was overwhelming , the amount of people sending me well wishes, positivity and just the fact of being in your thoughts, was so appreciated!!! THANK YOU!!!

… and if you feel like something may be off with your health, and you don’t feel like your ‘normal self’, it’s a good idea to get checked out! Might be nothing, but you never know!”

Matt Bachand of SHADOWS FALL will be filling up for Lozinak as HATEBREED continues their tour intentions. Carl Schwartz of FIRST BLOOD will fill in on bass. Prior to Chris Beattie’s termination in late 2024, Bachand had been stepping in on bass.