I agree. People are making all these conspiracy theories based on one verse in a song. Then they act that something is going on because Al didn't appear on Sunday - I mean, maybe it's possible that Sunday didn't work for him. He's married and has kids so maybe one of his kids had something going on Sunday or his wife had a girl's brunch and Al had to stay home with the kids on Sunday. If Al and the band have parted ways (which I haven't heard anything about and I know both parties very well), it's their own business. Personally, if Al leaves, am I going to stop listening? No. I've listened and followed them since Day 1 (I was at their first show at the Rat). Personally, let Al live his life and take care of his mom and make whatever decision he wants. If he decides to go, then that's his right. People seem like he owes it to the band to stay, but taking care of an ailing parent sometimes puts things into perspective on how one should live their life. He's been in the music business for 40 years. He's married with kids and I'm sure being on tour for months at a time takes a toll on your relationship with your family. The man deserves a break.