Killswitch Engage emerged from snowy, industrialized Western Massachusetts in 2000, revolutionizing heavy music with their unique blend of thrashed-out European guitar pyrotechnics, East Coast hardcore spirit, and introspective lyricism. Their 2002 release, “Alive Or Just Breathing”, gained recognition as a definitive album, landing on Decibel’s list of “The Top 100 Greatest Metal Albums of the Decade.” Accolades include three Grammy nominations for “Best Metal Performance” in 2005, 2014, and 2019, as well as gold and platinum certifications for “The End of Heartache” [2004] and “As Daylight Dies” [2006].
Killswitch Engage has achieved three consecutive Top 10 debuts on the Billboard Top 200 with “Killswitch Engage” [2009], “Disarm The Descent” [2013], and a “career high best bow” at #6 with “Incarnate” [2016]. Recent albums have dominated both the Top Rock Albums and Top Hard Rock Albums charts. Their streaming numbers approach 3 billion, underscoring their status as relentless performers who have sold out countless headline tours. They have shared stages with legendary bands including Iron Maiden, Slipknot, Slayer, My Chemical Romance, Mastodon, and Parkway Drive, showcasing their broad musical appeal.
Celebrating an extraordinary 25-year history, Killswitch Engage remains a leading force and continues as a defining band of the 2000s, marking their ongoing legacy.
Killswitch Engage has unveiled the video for their new track “Collusion”—watch it now! Their latest album, “This Consequence”, is available via Metal Blade Records.
The Grammy-nominated and platinum-selling band—comprised of Jesse Leach on vocals, Adam Dutkiewicz and Joel Stroetzel on guitars, Mike D’Antonio on bass, and Justin Foley on drums—released “This Consequence” on February 21.
Jesse Leach explains, “‘Collusion’ is about the struggle between people in power and the common people. It speaks about the propaganda and divisiveness used to keep us in control. It’s about the ruthlessness of the ruling class who use wealth to raise, manipulate, and destroy empires at their will.” He continues, “I wish for people to use discernment and intellect to read between the lines. My hope is to instill a desire for analyzation and critical thinking amidst the current rigged and corrupt forms of governments the world over.”
“This Consequence” track listing:
1. “Abandon Us”
2. “Discordant Nation”
3. “Aftermath”
4. “Forever Aligned”
5. “I Believe”
6. “Where It Dies”
7. “Collusion”
8. “The Fall of Us”
9. “Broken Glass”
10. “Requiem”
The album is available in multiple formats:
– CD: 8-panel digipack with spot gloss and emboss plus a 20-page booklet
– LP: Single LP—gatefold jacket with spot gloss and emboss plus an 8-page 8.5″x11″ booklet
– Digital/Streaming
US Vinyl Variants:
– Ancient Stone
– Blood Sunset (Indie Retail Exclusive)
– Engulfing Moss (Revolver Exclusive)
– Cold Dead Eyes (Indiemerch Exclusive)
– Charred Rust (Band Store Exclusive)
EU Vinyl Variants:
– Defused Pink Pollution
– Corrupt Blood Infusion
– Expired Ancient Slate (UK Exclusive—500 copies)
– Cosmos Adrift (EMP Exclusive—200 copies)
– Decayed Crushed Leaves (Amazon Exclusive—200 copies)
– Explosive Birch Rot (Impericon Exclusive—200 copies)
Killswitch Engage is hitting the road this winter and spring. Their upcoming headline tour features support from Kublai Khan TX, Fit For a King, and Frozen Soul. The tour kicks off on March 5 in Nashville, Tennessee, and runs through April 12 in Portland, Maine.
In addition, the band has announced dates for May, with support from Shadows Fall, Fit For a King, and Boundaries. Tickets and VIP packages are available here.
Killswitch Engage Tour Dates:
With Kublai Khan TX, Fit For a King, + Frozen Soul:
– 3/5 — Nashville, TN — The Pinnacle
– 3/6 — Chesterfield, MO — The Factory
– 3/8 — Fayetteville, AR — JJ’s Live
– 3/9 — Oklahoma City, OK — The Criterion
– 3/11 — El Paso, TX — Don Haskins Center Arena
– 3/13 — Las Vegas, NV — The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
– 3/14 — Reno, NV — Grand Theatre at The Grand Sierra Resort
– 3/15 — Wheatland, CA — Hard Rock Live
– 3/17 — Garden City, ID — Revolution Concert House
– 3/18 — Seattle, WA — The Paramount
– 3/19 — Vancouver, BC — PNE Forum
– 3/21 — Penticton, BC — South Okanagan Events Centre
– 3/22 — Tsuut’ina, AB — Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
– 3/24 — Winnipeg, MB — Burton Cummings Theatre
– 3/27 — Peoria, IL — Peoria Civic Center
– 3/28 — Waukee, IA — Vibrant Music Hall
– 3/29 — La Vista, NE — The Astro
– 3/30 — Kansas City, MO — The Midland Theatre
– 4/1 — Grand Rapids, MI — GLC Live 20 Monroe
– 4/3 — Corbin, KY — The Corbin Arena
– 4/4 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE
– 4/5 — Philadelphia, PA — Franklin Music Hall
– 4/6 — Greensboro, NC — Greensboro Special Events Center
– 4/8 — New Haven, CT — College Street Music Hall
– 4/9 — Buffalo, NY — Buffalo RiverWorks
– 4/11 — Laval, QC —Place Bell
– 4/12 — Portland, ME — Cross Insurance Arena
*With Shadows Fall, Fit For a King, + Boundaries:*
– 5/8 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple*
– 5/10 — Indianapolis, IN — Egyptian Room @ Old National Centre
– 5/11 — Memphis, TN — Minglewood Hall
– 5/13 — New Orleans, LA — The Fillmore New Orleans
– 5/14 — Birmingham, AL — Avondale Brewing Company
– 5/16 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome To Rockville*
– 5/17 — Myrtle Beach, SC — House of Blues
– 5/18 — Virginia Beach, VA — The Dome
*Festival Date
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