Dublin rock band Kodaline have announced their split after more than ten years together.
The band, made up of Steve Garrigan, Mark Prendergast, Vincent May and Jason Boland, announced their split on Thursday morning to the devastation of many fans.
Sharing the news on social media, the band shared a video montage of the gigs they have played through the years as they confirmed they would be releasing one final album.
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The video montage was accompanied by words from the four-piece confirming their split and extending their gratitude for the ‘love and support.’
They said: ‘After over a decade together we’ve made the difficult decision to say goodbye to Kodaline. We know this might come as a surprise and it’s definitely bittersweet for us too.
‘What we’ve shared with you has changed our lives forever. From busking on the streets of Dublin to playing shows across the world, it really has been the stuff that dreams are made of.
‘We wanted to end on a high, so before we say goodbye we’re heading into the studio one last time to record our 5th and final album as Kodaline. We are, and always will be, forever grateful for your love and support. It’s been a journey that we’ll never forget and we hope the music stays with your long after we’re gone.’
Fans of the band took to the comments expressing their upset at the news, with one branding it their ‘biggest heartbreak for the year.’
Another wrote: ‘This is sad Feels like an end of an era for me and all my friends. Your music and gigs were such a huge part of our lives, and summers especially. Looking forward to the music, and to the final gig!’
A third commented: ‘Noooooo. One last tour, PLEASE. I’ve been listening to your songs since I was 16 (I’m almost 28 now).
‘Kodaline means so much to me, so many of your songs are a part of my life and my story, and I never had the chance to see you guys performing.’
