
Strumbellas lead singer Simon Ward steps away from microphone for new lead vocalist
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Pop-rock collective the Strumbellas say they've found a new lead vocalist as their long-time frontman Simon Ward exits the public face of the band.
The Canadian group behind the 2015 hit single "Spirits" shared the details on Tuesday, calling it a decision they thought "long and hard about" before telling fans.
Jimmy Chauveau, former lead singer of Toronto rock quintet Ascot Royals, will now head the Strumbellas, while Ward assumes a more behind-the-scenes role, continuing his contributions as a songwriter.
Addressing his decision in a statement on Tuesday, Ward called the Strumbellas one of his "greatest passions."
"I am just not cut out to tour to the same extent anymore," he said.

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