The metal singer will have a chance to ‘say farewell’ to fans ahead of his departure
14:53, 12 May 2026Updated 16:06, 12 May 2026
Benediction singer Dave Ingram announced his departure due to arthritis
The singer of a Birmingham band announced his departure ahead of a world tour.
Dave Ingram is the vocalist for Benediction, a death metal band founded in 1989.
Originally in the band from 1991-98, Ingram returned in 2019 and released two albums with the group.
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With health issues, Ingram announced his ‘increase in pain’ from arthritis meant he would be unable to continue.
However, the Brummie will ‘say farewell’ to fans on select shows throughout the year.
Benediction announced the news on social media with a statement from Ingram himself.
He said: “Some sad news ahead. Due to the current state of my arthritis now, I have to withdraw as vocalist for Benediction.
“The increase in pain, and the frustration it causes from its debilitation, has led me to this disconsolate decision.
“I will be performing select shows with the band during 2026 as I would like a chance to say farewell and thank you to the fans who have supported us throughout the years, so hope that all attending them will have an awesome time with us.
“It saddens me greatly, and I hope that friends and fans alike will understand. Thank you, it has truly been a blast!”
Oscar Rilo and Dave Hunt will fill in for Ingram on certain shows in Europe while the South America replacement is unconfirmed.
Benediction added: “The band would like to thank you, the fans for your understanding in this unfortunately difficult period.
“Thanks for your undying loyalty and relentless support as always. You guys never let us down and we are eternally grateful.
“So for now let’s all get behind Oscar Rilo and Dave Hunt for making the next few shows possible (thanks fellas) and let’s make the shows the usual energetic metal chaos you are used to seeing.
“More news as we get it but ultimately…The Show Must Go On.”