In a surprise announcement from the band, Black Stone Cherry’s longstanding / founder member and bassist Jon Lawhon has stepped down from the band. He is the first member to leave, the band otherwise maintaining a consistent lineup since its inception. The official statement is below, and we also want to wish him well. Not just a great entertainer, he was a joy to talk to!
To all of our amazing fans,
It is with a heavy heart we inform you that Jon Lawhon has decided to take an indefinite sabbatical from music and touring for personal reasons. As such, Jon will be stepping down as a member of Black Stone Cherry.
We love Jon, wish him all the best in all his future endeavours and will cherish the memories and legacy we’ve built with him over twenty years as a band. We ask that you please respect Jon and the band’s privacy regarding this matter.
In the meantime, we can’t wait to play more rockin’ Black Stone Cherry shows in 2021 and onward! Please stay on the look-out for new shows announcing near you!
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— Black Stone Cherry (@BlkStoneCherry) June 2, 2021
