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Imagine Dragons drummer Daniel Platzman, who has been with the band for over a decade, has announced his departure from the band to pursue his passion for film composing. On August 21, 2024, Platzman took to social media to reveal the news, penning a touching tribute to the band and its fans.
"After an incredible journey of over a decade, I will be departing the amazing band that is Imagine Dragons. I wanted to share my deepest gratitude to you, the fans, for your unwavering support and sharing in the joy of music with me. Connecting with you all has truly been the highlight of this chapter," he wrote.
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He added, he would keep his followers updated about the next steps in his career, which included composing music for movies.
Fans took to the comments section to talk about the drummer leaving the band, with one person writing that the band would not be the same without him.
Other fans shared the sadness, with many thanking the drummer for being a part of Imagine Dragons. Some comments under the post read:
"Seriously???? In 2023, I attended the band's concert in Warsaw for the first time, I hoped to see you at the next ones. It won't be the same, I feel sad!!!! I wish you further success!!!!"
"I'm sad, but hope you get to do everything you want in the future."
"Thank you for opening up about this decision. Imagine Dragons will always be special but won’t be the same without you. Still, I support you and trust you chose the best for you. I wish you the best and I thank you for giving us so many memories Let’s go Platz!"
"You will be greatly missed at Imagine Dragons."
Others wished him well on his next venture, adding they would continue to support him.
"This is a strange feeling, one part of me is sad and the other is happy, knowing that you are focused on your passion. Thanks for the years at ID, thanks for all those good drum lines. One thing that is clear is that we will be here, always supporting you at all times, you will never be alone."
"Sad to see you go! But it's been great seeing you play the last ten years! Excited for all that's to come in your new work and will always support you!"
"One eye laughing and one eye crying. I'm happy for you that you can now concentrate fully on your passion and I'm endlessly excited to see what beautiful things you will present to us. You can always be sure of my love and support, no matter what you do . I love you Daniel."
Daniel Platzman joined Imagine Dragons in 2011
Daniel Platzman became a part of Imagine Dragons in 2011, three years after the band's inception in 2008. The American pop-rock band was formed by frontman Dan Reynolds and original drummer Andrew Tolman at Brigham Young University. After Tolman left the band in 2011, Platzman was recruited, just before the band's record deal in November 2011.
Platzman was an active member of Imagine Dragons between 2011 and 2023, working with the band to release hit albums like Night Visions and Smoke + Mirrors. On March 3, 2023, the drummer announced he would not join the band on their South American tour, adding that the hiatus was to focus on his health. He was replaced by the original drummer Tolman during the tour.
Daniel Platzman was absent from press photos and music videos for Imagine Dragon's April 2024 album Loom. It is the only Imagine Dragons album to be released without the drummer.
The band's current line-up includes Ben McKee, Dan Reynolds and Wayne Sermon. It is unclear who will replace Daniel Platzman as the drummer. However, Tolman has been filling in for Platzman since his hiatus in 2023.
Imagine Dragons is currently on its fifth tour, titled the Loom World Tour. The tour, which began in New Jersey on July 30, will see the band travel around the US, Canada, Brazil, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Taiwan. The tour's last show will be in Tokyo, Japan, on December 3, 2024.
