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A spin-off of a classic prog band has parted ways with their electric guitar player after just one show. Asia Featuring John Payne are fronted by the supergroup’s second frontman, and were formed in 2007 when the original Asia line-up – featuring King Crimson, Yes, and Emerson, Lake & Palmer alumni – reformed. “Sometimes on paper things seem perfect, but in reality just don’t work out,” Payne said on Facebook. Though Payne calls him a “superb” player, Dunnery admits that it wasn't the right fit. Asia Featuring John Payne’s next show is tomorrow, August 12, meaning Kollman has his work cut out to be ready by then.

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