Randy Black ha rilasciato un comunicato stampa nel quale spiega i motivi reali che l'hanno portato all'uscita dei Rebellion. Ecco le sue parole:

"There has been some confusion in the last days about the future of REBELLION. I'd like to state my point of view:

As you all know I started out as the drummer for ANNIHILATOR when Uwe asked me to join REBELLION. Playing in both bands was a lot of fun and I really enjoyed working with Uwe, Tommi, Michael and Björn. They treated me very well and the only negative thing I can say about REBELLION is that there was not enough work. I'm a full time musician, I don't have a 'daytime job' to fall back on. These are the dates that we did with both bands in the last two years:

2002 ANNIHILATOR: 29 shows, REBELLION: 12 shows, 10 days recording. 2003 ANNIHILATOR: 11 shows REBELLION: 3 shows.

So when PRIMAL FEAR made me a great offer to play with them I gladly accepted. Unfortunately PF sent out a press release before I had a chance to talk to Uwe in person. I regret profoundly that this happened, it was a mistake on my part. I never meant to 'betray' anyone or to be insincere.

I would like to let it be known that it was not my choice to leave REBELLION. I personally believe it is possible to coordinate the activities of the 3 bands, I also don't have any ideological problems playing in the three bands as they're all respected musicians and decent people.

But I have to accept Tommi's and Uwe's decision to replace me. I want to make it clear that I don't have any bad feelings towards any of them! On the contrary - I like and respect them all very much! I wish them all the best for the future and I know they'll put out a killer third CD!"