Kim Deal leaves The Pixies

Announced on The Pixies Facebook page earlier today the band said that they are sad to see her leave and are very proud to have worked with her.

"We are sad to say that Kim Deal has decided to leave the Pixies. We are very proud to have worked with her on and off over the last 25 years. Despite her decision to move on, we will always consider her a member of the Pixies, and her place will always be here for her. We wish her all the best."

The statement was signed off by the remaining band members Black Francis, Joey Santiago and David Lovering.

We will have more news on Kim's decision to leave as we get.