- Thu, 2012-02-09 13:44
Post-hardcore pioneers Killswitch Engage have welcomed original singer Jesse Leach back into the fold. Leach left the band for personal reason following the release of their second, breakthrough album Alive Or Just Breathing in 2002, but has now returned.
Howard Jones replaced Leach in 2003, recording three albums with the band before leaving on January 4th 2012 due to a long-term struggle with type 2 diabetes. Leach was one of a number of vocalists to audition for the vacant position, and the band had the following to say about their decision to re-hire him:
“After much deliberation and careful consideration, we are pleased to announce that Jesse Leach has rejoined Killswitch Engage. Our job was to find the best person to fill Howard's shoes: a decision based on talent and not familiarity. Truth be told, Jesse blew us away in auditions. The room seemed charged with electricity. He commanded both new and old material, and proved, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that he wanted to do this. The choice became very clear and apparent."
The band are now hard at work on their new album, which will include some new songs that Jones wrote with the band before departing.
