Three founding members of goth-rock group Evanescence have been dealt a blow after forming a new band with ex-American Idol star CARLY SMITHSON - they've nabbed another band's name.
Ben Moody announced plans for his new group The Fallen earlier this month (Jun09) and now the band's label bosses have been hit with a cease and desist notice from the managers of another act already calling themselves The Fallen.
Alfadog Music executives fired off the legal missive to Skh Music bosses on Friday (19Jun09), insisting Moody and Smithson's band had to come up with another name.
The original The Fallen, who formed in 2005, posted a message to fans of their website, stating, "We are truly sorry for the confusion that stemmed from an unexpected announcement from Skh Music."
Ironically, the band has just released its second album, Between The Angels And The Deep Dark Sky.