UK death metal outfit Benediction are pressing ahead with their scheduled shows in Spain, though they’ll be doing so without longtime frontman Dave Ingram, who is currently dealing with ongoing health issues.
According to a statement shared by the band, Ingram is unable to travel at this time and will remain in Denmark while his condition continues to be monitored. While his absence is unfortunate, Benediction have ensured the shows will still go ahead as planned, securing a last-minute replacement to step in behind the mic.
Taking over vocal duties for the Spanish dates will be Oscar Rilo of Dark Embrace, who offered to help the band fulfill their commitments.
The band wrote in a statement: “Due to ongoing health issues Dave Ingram is unable to travel and will therefore not front the band in the forthcoming shows in Spain. He will remain in Denmark and his situation will be monitored and more information will be given when we get it.
“The gigs will definitely go ahead through thanks to an amazing offer from Oscar Rilo vocalist with Dark Embrace to fill in for Dave on these three gigs. Benediction would like to wish Dave well in his recovery and also thank Oscar for jumping in at this late stage ensuring the shows will still take place as planned. Benediction would like to assure the Spanish fans that they are fully focused on delivering their usual energetic Benediction live set, so let’s all get behind Oscar and make these shows something special. The show will go on! Thanks for all your understanding! Let’s keep live music alive!”
The band are currently touring in support of their latest studio album, Ravage Of Empires, which arrived on April 4, 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records.
