The sticksman, who's previously toured with Sepultura and Sabaton, replaced Baard Koldstad in Abbath's trio after the mainman confirmed he'd split with Immortal.

Foley says: "As a few of you already know I've been busy playing with Abbath as a mysterious character called Creature. Sorry to disappoint you if you thought it was the amazing Baard Koldstad.

"For some personal reasons I've decided to leave the band. It's been a great experience and an honour to play all the shows, and record the upcoming album.