While Frank Mullen made it clear that he was NOT leaving Suffocation, he was also clear that his time on the road would be limited. That’s why it’s no surprise that Mullen will be missing a handful of dates on their upcoming tour with Exhumed and Jungle Rot. But don’t be too sad about Mullen’s absence, for Suffocation has tapped Dying Fetus’ John Gallagher to fill in for a week’s worth of dates.

Dying Fetus had the following to say about filling in on vocals for Suffocation:

“I’m stoked to be performing on several shows with longtime friends and my brothers in metal, Suffocation. It’s going to be a blast and since I’ll just be singing the vocals, they are going to be super sick and guttural. So make sure to come out and party with us and witness the brutality!”

While some fans might still be disappointed that Mullen won’t be present at these select shows, you have to admit that Gallagher is one hell of a temp replacement. Dates featuring Gallagher singing for Suffocation can be seen after the jump.

04/06 Philadelphia, PA – The Note

04/07 Detroit, MI – St. Andrews

04/08 St. Paul, MN – Station 4

04/09 Des Moines, IA – Wooly’s

04/10 Denver, CO – Marquis

04/11 Boise, ID – The Venue

04/12 Spokane, WA – The Hop