THERION mainman Christofer Johnsson has posted thie brief message on the band's official website:

"Hellfest was the last show with Mats Levén and now we will have a month vacation before the next era with Thomas Vikström starts. A big 'thank you for all those shows together' and best wishes for the future to Mats from the band."

THERION will be touring North America in support of their latest album, "Gothic Kabbalah". Here are the confirmed dates thus far:

Oct. 16 - Santa Ana, CA - Galaxy Theatre
Oct. 30 - Quebec City, QC - Imperial
Oct. 31 - Montreal, QC - Medley
Nov. 1 - New York, NY - HighLine Ballroom
Nov. 2 - Springfield, VA - Jaxx