Tolkki was interviewed by a finnish newspaper few days ago about it, and he said that there's been lots of disagreeing and argument between him and Kotipelto for some time. Also, Johansson said he can't work in a band that has so much tension in it. After reviewing the situation they agreed that Kotipelto & Micheal will leave. There also was actual fight between Tolkki & Kotipelto a while ago, I'm sure that didn't help the situation either.

Really crappy situation for the band, they signed quite good record deal with sanctuary records just a while ago, now all the trouble with the lineup.What I do find weird is that Tolkki already mentioned that he knows who's going to be new singer. Seems like he's been looking for a new vocalist even before Kotipelto left, can't really think that he'd find a new one in a week or so.....