STONE SOUR have announced Johny Chow (pictured) as their new bassist following the departure of Shawn Economaki.

Guitarist Josh Rand says:

"Johny is a fantastic player and a long-time friend. We are all excited to have him part of what will be our most exciting and ambitious album cycle yet."

Part one of their double-sections House of Gold and Bones, with bass tracks recorded by Rachel Bolan (SKID ROW), is released later this month.