Bone Thugs-n-Harmony issued an exclusive statement regarding the abrupt departure of founding member Krayzie Bone.

In the statement, the remaining group members recognize the loss of Krayzie Bone, but also state that the group will continue on.

“Let’s be clear, Bone Thugs n Harmony the band/brand did not and does not break up. A single member has parted ways on another mission in life and we wish him love and success,” a spokes person told AllHipHop.com exclusively. “BTNH World Wide the brand continues to functions 307 days a year globally, and will continue to do so with respect to its business partners and the great Fan Family.”

The group members will continue to perform as well, they relayed in the statement.

“Come see one of our dynamic live band concerts in a city or country near you this coming May through September 2011,”

The statement concluded. -AHH