I heard a rumor about Ray leaving, and I guess it was true. Plus, he's married now and living in Europe, so I imagine he probably wants to enjoy that side of life more as well. Although Redemption never really performed live in recent years, so I cant imagine it took up much of his time. I love Tom though. He's an amazing songwriter, singer and lyricist. Probably one of my top five progressive metal musicians. Like everyone else, I'm pretty used to hearing Ray's voice over Nick's songwriting, but if Ray had to go I gotta say Tom would be up there on the list as a sweet replacement. He's a brilliant creative force and a hell of a nice guy. The last two Evergrey albums are 10/10, in my opinion. It'll be interesting so see what Redemption becomes with not one, but two, big-time songwriters in the band in Tom and Nick. Should be interesting. Very sad to see Ray go, however.