Steven Page, lead singer/guitar player for Barenaked Ladies has decided to leave the group. The band posted the message on their official site tuesday night. Page has cited solo projects (including theatrical oppurtunities) as to why he is quitting the band. The rest of the band mates will continue recording music under the Barenaked Ladies name.

A MESSAGE FROM BARENAKED LADIES

By mutual agreement, Steven Page will be parting company with the remaining members of Barenaked Ladies. Jim Creeggan, Kevin Hearn, Ed Robertson, and Tyler Stewart will continue recording and touring together as Barenaked Ladies. Steven Page will pursue solo projects including theatrical opportunities while the band enters the studio in April 2009, and hits the road in the fall.

Page says “These guys are my brothers. We’ve grown up together over the past twenty years. I love them and wish them all the best in the future.”

The band also wish Steven well in all of his endeavors. Ed Robertson says: “It’s the start of a new chapter for all of us. Here’s to the future!”

Everyone is looking forward to making new music and thanks their fans for their support.

- Brent Koepp