Sacred Reich and Drummer Dave McClain Part Ways

An unexpected lineup change has taken place within the Sacred Reich camp, as their long-time drummer Dave McClain stepped away from the classic thrash metal band. He’d originally been in the group from 1991 to 1996, but then came back eight years later to rejoin the group from 2018 until present.

The band has issued the following statement about McClain’s departure:

“Dave McClain is no longer a member of Sacred Reich. We wish him the best. Our friend Eduardo Baldo will be playing the Hatebreed shows with us in November in Europe. We thank him for jumping in on such short notice.

“We are excited for this new chapter in Sacred Reich history. We are finishing up our new record ‘Into the Abyss’ that will be released in the Spring of 2026 on Metal Blade Records. Great things are coming. We can’t wait to share it with you.”

As it stands, McClain hasn’t said anything about his time with the band or his decision to go. It’s also unclear if McClain will be featured in the band’s forthcoming album. Sacred Reich also have a number of tour dates planned with Hatebreed. You can find those dates below.

Sacred Reich tour dates

11/15 Eindhoven, Netherlands Helldorado
11/16 Herford, Germany Kulturwerk Herford
11/17 Aalborg, Denmark Skråen
11/18 Bremen, Germany Aladin Music Hall
11/19 Wrocław, Poland Zaklęte Rewiry
11/20 Leipzig, Germany Felsenkeller (Ballsaal)
11/21 Geiselwind, Germany Eventzentrum
11/22 Eindhoven, Netherlands Revolution Calling Festival