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Eric Bass Steps Back for Mental Health | Music News
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- Jul 11, 2026
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Summary
Shinedown’s bassist Eric Bass is stepping away from the North American tour to prioritize his mental health, undergoing treatment including electrical stimulation and therapy. He shared the news openly, emphasizing that seeking help is a sign of strength—not weakness—and is already feeling better. Bass, who’s currently at the Medical University of South Carolina, expressed deep gratitude for the support and encouraged anyone struggling to reach out. Two friends will fill in on bass duties while he recovers, with no set return date yet. He also urged employers to support employees needing time off, highlighting that asking for help is courageous and necessary. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/754c4a55d7f2cb3f