Kill the Lights is a British and American metalcore supergroup founded in 2019 by former singer of Throw the Fight James Clark and former drummer of Bullet for my Valentine Michael "Moose" Thomas.[1] Their debut album 'The Sinner' was released in 2020 and generally received positive feedback.[2][3][4] Their second album 'Death Melodies' was released in March 2024. Their music is considered metalcore with elements of classic metal.[5] One of their lyrical themes are the struggles of singer James with mental health, anxiety and depression.[6] The band is currently signed to the American record label Fearless Records.
Kill the Lights | |
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Background information | |
Origin | United Kingdom, United States |
Genres | |
Years active | 2019–present |
Labels | Fearless Records |
Website | killthelightsofficial |
Members
editCurrent members
edit- James Clark – clean vocals (2019 - present)
- Jordan Whelan – guitar (2019 - present)
- Travis Montgomery – guitar (2019 - present)
- Michael "Moose" Thomas – drums (2019 - present)
- Jason "Jay" James – bass, screams (2021 - present)
Former members
edit- Davey Richmond – bass (2019-2020)
- Chris Clancy – bass, backing vocals (2020-2021)
References
edit- ^ "Kill the Lights Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & ..." AllMusic.
- ^ Maughan, Sophie (24 August 2020). "Metal all-stars Kill The Lights nail the groove and the glory on debut album The Sinner". LouderSound. Retrieved 2 May 2024.
- ^ "Album Review: Kill The Lights – The Sinner". Kerrang!. 20 August 2020. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ^ "ALBUM REVIEW: The Sinner – Kill The Lights". Distorted Sound Magazine. 18 August 2020. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ^ "Album review: Kill The Lights – Death Melodies". Kerrang!. 7 March 2024. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ^ "Meet Kill The Lights: The New Supergroup With Members Of BFMV And Still Remains". Kerrang!. 24 August 2020. Retrieved 3 May 2024.