"Mike's vocal performance was second to none; the ensuing shows we did were pitch-perfect. I still don't know to this day what happened over the last couple of years," Troy said. "Perhaps you should ask Mike that question. As far as I'm concerned he lost it, for reasons best known to himself and those closest to him."

The singer has responded to Troy's comments by saying: "I don't want to wage any war with Praying Mantis. I've said nothing to instigate such a thing.