Scottish rock legends NAZARETH have parted company with vocalist Carl Sentance (pictured) and announced Gianni Pontillo as his replacement.
Yesterday (Sunday, December 21), NAZARETH founding bassist Pete Agnew shared the following statement on social media:
“Carl Sentance and NAZARETH have come to a parting of the ways, and he is no longer with the band.
“We would like to introduce you now to our new lead singer, Gianni Pontillo,” Agnew continued. “Those who have seen and heard Gianni will already know what an incredible voice he has, and those of you who haven’t are in for a wonderful surprise when you come to see us in 2026.
“Next year is going to be one of the busiest in NAZARETH’s history, so there is a good chance to see the new lineup, and we can’t wait to introduce you to this man’s amazing talent.”
NAZARETH wrapped up the 2025 leg of the “Bending The Rules” tour on December 17 in Berlin, Germany.
Pontillo has previously performed with PURE INC., THE ORDER and SOULS REVIVAL, and has participated in all-star productions such as “Rock Circus” and “This Is Rock” by Das Zelt. Since 2019, he has also fronted German hard rock veterans VICTORY. In 2023, he launched a new project under the name PONTILLO & THE VINTAGE CREW.
Carl joined NAZARETH as their new vocalist in 2015, following the retirement of founding member Dan McCafferty due to health issues.
Carl’s most recent solo album, “Silent Angels,” was released in 2024.
Carl Sentance photo by Iro Kalligeri (@irokalligeriphotography)
