Burn Eternal, the new project of former Killswitch Engage bandmates Howard Jones (vocals) and Adam Dutkiewicz (guitar, producer), has signed with Metal Blade Records.
After establishing the blueprint in New England’s burgeoning underground metal scene—Jones with Blood Has Been Shed and Dutkiewicz with Aftershock and thenKillswitch Engage—the two eventually joined forces and play key roles in what would become seminal KsE years between 2002 and 2012.
When the dust settled on the Jones fronted-era of KsE, the duo had amassed an impressive resume of awards and accolades together, including the band’s first of several Grammy nods for “The End of Heartache,” which also won best album at the 2004 Metal Hammer Golden God awards, as well as the 2006 platinum-selling “As Daylight Dies,” which remains the best-selling KsE album to date.
Now, the long-gestating Burn Eternal soon will see the light of day.
“We couldn’t be more excited to announce Burn Eternal joining forces with Metal Blade for our debut album,” Jones said. “The whole team has been amazing, and we can’t wait to get this music out. From an idea while having lunch in London to a completed album, this has been such a fun way to reconnect with my friend. Burn Eternal lives!”
Dutkiewicz said: “I am wicked excited to finally be able to share my project with Howard with all of you! It feels great to be hanging with an old friend and making more music with him. We’re just two goofballs just dicking around in the studio again. We are also excited to be putting it out with the Metal Blade family. Mostly because they truly feel like family, not a corporation. Good vibes abound!”
“As a huge fan of both Howard and Adam, it is a huge honor to welcome Burn Eternal to the Metal Blade family!” Metal Blade founder and CEO Brian Slagel said. “I am excited for everyone to hear the record! as a fan, I love it! This is going to be fun working with everyone!”
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