Melbourne band CROWNED KINGS have announced a new guitarist and a new bassplayer for Carlos Araujo who passed away in November of last year.

New bassplayer Evan also plays bass in GANBARU and sings in COLD GROUND, and was also a very close friend of Carlos.

From the band...

"We are proud to welcome in the two newest members to the Crowned Kings family Evan on bass and Jason on guitar. Both have been great friends of ours and also Carlos for many years so we are thrilled to have both of them on board as full time members. With years of playing experience their skills will be a great help with bringing CK back to its very best and beyond.

We would also like to thank Adrian Morris for all his hard work and dedication over the years. You will always be a part of CK and we wish you the best in all your future music endeavours."

From new bassplayer Evan..

"Losing Carlos definitely left a huge hole in our lives, and personally this development only felt natural. When the guys approached me, it meant a lot and I can't think of any better way for me to help his memory live on by accepting this position with my best mates. I wish I got the chance to be in a band with Adrian, but we all wish the best for him going forward and remain closer than ever. Big things are coming."