KUBLAI KHAN TX have officially parted ways with longtime guitarist and vocalist NOLAN ASHLEY, who has stepped down due to ongoing complications from a previous surgery. In an emotional message shared via the band’s social media today (April 17th), ASHLEY opened up about his decision to leave and the physical limitations that ultimately led to his departure.
“After 13 incredible years, it’s with a heavy heart that I announce my departure from KUBLAI KHAN TX. MATT, ERIC, and ISAAC are my family, and every moment spent with you all has been a cherished memory. I wouldn’t trade any of it for the world.
In 2023, with the incredible support of my band, my family, and everyone who offered kind words or a dime to help, I was able to undergo the surgery my doctors had long recommended. Since my disc replacement surgery and the extensive physical therapy that followed, I’ve faced challenges I never anticipated. Unfortunately, my grip strength hasn’t returned, and I can no longer play the songs I helped write live. It’s a difficult goodbye—not the one I ever imagined for myself—but I know this is the right decision.
I want to extend my deepest gratitude to my amazing life partner and my beautiful daughters for their unwavering support throughout this journey. It hasn’t been easy, and your love means everything to me. Thank you to everyone who has supported me and KUBLAI KHAN TX through the years. You’ll never fully understand what a dream it’s been and how deeply grateful I am.
BE SEEIN’ YA,
NOLAN”
His bandmates shared their own heartfelt farewell, simply stating:
“NOLAN ASHLEY
Forever & a day
In the trenches together through thick and thin
Always a brother. Always KUBLAI KHAN
LOVE YOU BUBBA”
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Eric Preece you see this 😔
Eddie Morrow Sr. Yeah bro..he had the nasty riffs
Eric Preece sad day
Damn that’s rough especially with the band blowing up as they have been. Maybe he will start a band as just a vocalist.
Got to see them in Fort Collins. Rad bunch of guy. Huge bummer
Saw them a few weeks ago. Hot garbage.
John E Clark also saw them a couple weeks ago, show was epic
Luke Rene he is a Canadian. It all makes sense now. 🤣
Dave Pecina he just can’t stand that other people can have fun listening to a band 😂 he’s getting all up in his feelings about having the emotional stability of a toddler lmao
Dave Pecina you mean being a yank is a flex to you? Your teacher handed your tests back face down a lot, huh?
You probably voted for the racist rapist then hey? How about that Governor Hot Wheels? 😂
Luke Rene says the plebs that came here to defend that garbage. 😂
Luke Rene ah, wonderful statement by a cuntie Canadian. I’m proud to be an American and no I didn’t vote for him. But luckily we can make fun of and verbally mock our political leaders openly and not go to jail. It’s kinda nice to be honest.
John E Clark better than prime minister black face you silly Canuck
John E Clark i saw them also. They were awesome
Yeah…i guess if you like super simple, easily digestible, 1 finger, 2 fret riffs, with absolutely zero phrasing or focused songwriting… then they were fucking amazing 😂
They make music for weight lifters and dudes that can’t regulate their emotions and punch holes in walls.
John E Clark woof woof
Eddie Chavez only DMX can make barking cool. Lol. And even that was a stretch…
John E Clark “dudes who cant regulate their emotions” as he sits here being triggered that other people enjoy a band 😂🤡
Luke Rene awww, did that trigger you because you resemble it? 😂 you’re *this close* to actually understanding your own point.
Fans of this band have small brains.
John E Clark that’s why I listen to metal. To get pumped. Tf go listen to Taylor swift or gay token if you want lyrics lmfao
JP Hopkins pfffhahahaha!!!
If this is the band that pumps you up, you probably enjoy licking windows, eating crayons, and need to wear a helmet.
Good for you Kyle. Have another monster. Punch another hole. Yell at your boyfriend.
John E Clark I will!!!!! Now go have fun with a load of gay dudes listening to your deep lyrical tunes while we men pump iron while getting screamed at like we like. Bitch boy get tf outta here lol
John E Clark oh didn’t even have to call you a bitch. Being Canadian solidifies you have a pussy.
John E Clark thank you for proving, and then furthering my point 😂
Luke Rene you’re still *this close* to actually understanding your own point though… Kyle.
John E Clark 🥱
it’s you guys that came on to my comment to defend that garbage 😂 lol. Imagine being smart enough to know how to speak, but not enough to think. How embarrassing for you. Wipe your chins. Lol
John E Clark idk, maybe try regulating your emotions, and you won’t post such garbage takes
Sean Thibodeaux get a life. Have another monster.
John E Clark Also exactly. Thats what makes it fun. Embrace the Unga bunga caveman music.
Ej Lopez sorry i have an IQ higher than mayonnaise. Lol
John E Clark Just lower it for 1 set 😔
John E Clark brother, it’s hardcore, what do you expect?
Josh Khan that’s called terrible hardcore. There’s some really great hardcore music. But THAT shit is total garbage.
John E Clark maybe that hard stuff ain’t for you lil Canadian lady
Kevin Baldwin maybe your modern bands down there should start living up to the standards that SRV and Dimebag set.
Get a life ya retarded yank. Lol. That especially goes for Texas and Florida. 😂
John E Clark I’ve seen them like 5 times…and I’m going again 🤘
Dillon Wong sad sad news
Fuck I’m glad I got to see them With Killswitch in March one last time before all this. Damn what happened to him?
Craig Ryan one last time? In March Nolan wasn’t playing with them. He hadn’t played since 2023 in Lancaster at the CBR fest
Craig Ryan same here. So glad I got those tickets
Craig Ryan he hasn’t toured with the band in over a year. I think he had a disc replacement and PT after that affected his grip strength and was making it painful to play.
Ryan Michael Harvey
At least it’s not due to SA or domestic violence allegations
Erik Wilkin not yet anyways
Jesse Salee you sound guilty.
Jesse Salee projecting this late in the evening?
Erik Wilkin I came to say this too lol
Brett Wilson so the lead left?
JP Hopkins No, lead is Matt Honeycutt.
Kaitlin Read
Raelee C Thistle
Gabrielle Ecelia
Damnnn, sorry to hear that! Heal up brother
Shit
Its sucks arfff arffff fuck
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Who??
With a tour just announced.
It’s a really really difficult injury to come back from and that Fucking sucks it’s costing him his time with his band. Poor guy
Now we just need the rest of the band to leave also.
Phillip Palmejar you didnt see them live dont you ?
Luc Laporte I sure have, that is why I have such a low opinion of this band.
Phillip Palmejar yo ninja wanna be ass is stalking all the pages!
Stanley Campbell nah, too old to be a ninja.
😔
Stephen more than 13 reacts bro
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Where are they ever gonna find some other dude to puff out his chest while the same riff plays over and over ?
Marlon Harville keep inbreeding in that trailer house and one day the government will give you enough funds to get out an be someone!
Stanley Campbell somebody should put something in your mouth….my zipper is stuck or I’d help ya out
Marlon Harville Your brother and your sister beat me to it! Damn, maybe next time bud!
Stanley Campbell they beat you to putting something in your mouth? More the merrier for your jizz trap I guess…
I take it you wanted to come to the defense of this ” Band”…..Simplified and mediocre trash….and you prove every point anyone would every make about them….plus it’s an act..a work..a charade. Talentless pandering to ” Tough guys”…..and everyone of them all blowhard pussys.