Seen this on facebook tonight when I got off work. I'm not sure how to link directly to the post, so I'm copying the text from the message.
"Quick comments on the new album from Jim and Frank:
"Hi Everybody,
To clarify Frank's status with the band, he contributed a couple killer solos on the new record (Mike Abdow did one as well), but due to his current work commitments he will not be able to tour with the band for the foreseeable future. He remains part of the extended FW family and the door is always open for him to return anytime his schedule permits.
We hope to have an album sampler up later this week and the first full song shortly after that. As always, thanks for your support."
~Jim Matheos
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"I absolutely love Theories of Flight, and I'm proud to be a part of it. I'll continue to do as much as I can, as often as I can, with the band. Meantime, they're in good hands with Mike Abdow, a great guitarist and a great guy. I wish them the best of luck, and look forward to sitting in on a song (or two). smile emoticon"
~Frank Aresti"