Puddle of Mudd have announced a lineup change. The band announced late last week that they have parted ways with longtime bassist Doug Ardito.

Friend of the band Damien Starkey will step in on bass until a permanent replacement has been announced.

Says frontman Wes Scantlin, "It's been a great 9 years of rocking the music of Puddle of Mudd with Doug. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors."

Having just wrapped a U.S. headlining and festival tour, the band's next stop is the raucous Carnival of Madness Tour kicking off July 16th in Jacksonville, FL alongside fellow powerhouses Shinedown, Sevendust, Chevelle and 10 Years.

Puddle of Mudd has been touring nonstop in support of Volume 4: Songs in the Key of Love & Hate. The latest single from the album, 'Stoned,' premiered at MTV2 and hit the Top 5 on the Active Rock radio chart.