"We had the privilege of knowing him, and playing with him for over 50 years," wrote the band.
The band hasn't played a show since August 2018.
The TND writers commemorate 20 great albums celebrating their 20th birthdays this year.
Paul is six years older than Liam and one older than Noel.
The legendary Beatle brings his Got Back Tour to North America this fall.
Born in Texas in 1943 and raised in Vallejo, California (near San Fransisco), Stone was adept at guitar, bass, drums, and keyboards by the time he was just eleven years old
The Radiohead and The Smile frontman has issued the statement addressing his silence on the Gaza War
He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates Court on Wednesday, June 18.
Carpenter is the sixth drummer for Guns N’ Roses, joining after previous drummer Frank Ferrer amicably parted ways with the band on Wednesday.
"The band thanks Frank for his friendship, creativity, and sturdy presence over the past 19 years, and wish him success in the next chapter of his musical journey."