Imagine being stranded thousands of miles from home, abandoned by your bandmates mid-tour, with nothing but a dog, a girlfriend, and a crowdfunding campaign to get you back. This is the shocking reality Kyle Rasmussen, frontman of Vitriol, faced after a dramatic mass exodus fueled by tensions, personality clashes, and what he dubbed 'nose beers'—a euphemism for cocaine. But here’s where it gets even more intriguing: despite this chaotic meltdown, Rasmussen is determined to keep Vitriol alive, vowing to honor the band’s upcoming European tour alongside heavyweights like Bölzer and Misþyrming. And this is the part most people miss—how does a band recover from such a public implosion? Is it even possible?
The fallout began when Rasmussen’s bandmates abruptly quit, leaving him stranded in New York, far from his Oregon home. In a candid interview (https://www.theprp.com/2025/11/24/news/vitriols-kyle-rasmussen-says-drugs-police-were-involved-in-his-bandmates-abandoning-him-on-tour-this-week-ex-guitarist-fires-back/), he attributed the split to mounting tensions from relentless touring and excessive drug use, which he euphemistically referred to as 'nose beers.' At the time, the future of Vitriol seemed uncertain, but Rasmussen turned to his fans for help, launching a crowdfunding campaign (https://www.theprp.com/2025/11/27/news/thanks-to-crowdfunding-over-10000-vitriols-kyle-rasmussen-is-headed-back-home-after-being-abandoned-by-his-bandmates-mid-tour/) that raised over $10,000, allowing him to return home.
In a recent post dated December 22nd, Rasmussen reaffirmed his commitment to the band’s European tour, scheduled for February 2026. The tour includes stops in major cities like Berlin, Paris, and Barcelona, with Vitriol sharing the stage with bands such as The Ruins Of Beverast, Trepaneringsritualen, and more. However, one burning question remains: who will be backing Rasmussen on this ambitious trek? His post reads:
'I am pleased to announce that, even in light of recent events, Vitriol will still be supporting the mighty @bolzerband alongside @misthyrming, @theruinsofbeverast, and @trp__ across Europe this upcoming February. Thank you to those who continue to show their support.'
Here’s the full tour schedule:
February 2026
20 - Berlin, GER – Lido
21 - Nijmegen, NET – Doornroosje
22 - Antwerp, BEL – Kavka
23 - Paris, FRA – Petit Bain
24 - Nantes, FRA – Le Ferrailleur
25 - Toulouse, FRA – Le Rex
26 - Madrid, SPA – Revi Live
27 - Barcelona, SPA – Sala Wolf
28 - Montpellier, FRA – Victoire 2
March 2026
1 - Aarau, SWI – KIFF
2 - Milan, ITA – Slaughter Club
3 - Ljubljana, SLO – Orto Bar
4 - Zagreb, HRV – Boogaloo
5 - Belgrade, SRB – Zappa Barka
6 - Bucharest, ROM – Quantic Club
7 - Cluj-Napoca, ROM – Form Space
8 - Budapest, HUN – Dürer Kert
9 - Košice, SVK – Collosseum Club
10 - Warsaw, POL – Hydrozagadka
11 - Gdansk, POL – Drizzly Grizzly
12 - Poznan, POL – 2 Progi
13 - Hamburg, GER – Bambi Galore
14 - Leeuwarden, NET – Neushoorn
15 - Haarlem, NET – Patronaat
17 - Oberhausen, GER – Kulttempel
18 - Mörlenbach, GER – Live Music Hall Weiher
19 - Hannover, GER – Bei Chez Heinz
20 - Prague, CZE – Futurum
21 - Vienna, AUT – The Fall V Festival
22 - Dresden, GER – Pushkin
But here’s the controversial question: Can Vitriol truly move forward after such a public and messy breakup? While Rasmussen’s determination is admirable, rebuilding a band’s reputation and dynamic after such drama is no small feat. Will fans embrace this new chapter, or will the shadow of the past linger? And what about the ex-bandmates—will they ever share their side of the story? Let’s spark a discussion: Do you think Vitriol can rise from the ashes, or is this the beginning of the end? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
