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Kill the Lights (band)

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Kill the Lights
Kill the Lights in the Netherlands in 2024
Kill the Lights in the Netherlands in 2024
Background information
OriginUnited Kingdom, United States
Genres
Years active2019–present
LabelsFearless Records
Websitekillthelightsofficial.com

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] In 2021, they were joined by bassist Jason "Jay" James, also formerly of Bullet For My Valentine.[citation needed] 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.

Members

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Current members

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  • 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

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  • Davey Richmond – bass (2019-2020)
  • Chris Clancy – bass, backing vocals (2020-2021)

References

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  1. ^ "Kill the Lights Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & ..." AllMusic.
  2. ^ 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.
  3. ^ "Album Review: Kill The Lights – The Sinner". Kerrang!. 20 August 2020. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
  4. ^ "ALBUM REVIEW: The Sinner – Kill The Lights". Distorted Sound Magazine. 18 August 2020. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
  5. ^ "Album review: Kill The Lights – Death Melodies". Kerrang!. 7 March 2024. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
  6. ^ "Meet Kill The Lights: The New Supergroup With Members Of BFMV And Still Remains". Kerrang!. 24 August 2020. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
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