Baroness delivered some unfortunate news earlier this week, as they revealed that drummer Sebastian Thomson had to fly home to the States from the band’s tour in Europe due to a family emergency. Thomson will be back with the band in a few days, but was forced to miss the band’s performance at Hellfest on Sunday, June 24th.

Never deterred — this band has overcome WAY more difficult situations — the remaining three members (John Baizley, Nick Jost and Gina Gleason), decided to work up a set as an acoustic trio:

“Tomorrow, June 24, at Hellfest, Baroness will be playing a very special stripped-down set as a three-piece. Due to an unforeseen family emergency, Sebastian Thomson must fly home for a few days. We send our love back with him, and look forward to his return next week. In the meantime, we hope you will enjoy hearing our songs performed in a unique way.”

You can watch some fan-filmed footage from the Hellfest performance below. Wishing the best to Sebastian and hoping that everything works out OK for him and his family.