As I Lay Dying frontman Tim Lambesis has fiercely pushed back against online critics accusing the band’s comeback of being a “money grab,” revealing the personal and financial sacrifices he has made to relaunch the project. “I sold all my motorcycles just to get this back on track,” he stated in response to an online comment (as reported by Metal Addicts). “It’s pure passion.”
His passionate declaration comes as the band officially announces its new chapter, which includes a blistering new single, “Echoes,” and a completely rebuilt, all-star lineup. The new formation sees Lambesis joined by Chris Clancy on bass and clean vocals, Bill Hudson and Don Vedda on guitars, and Tim Yeung on drums.
In a series of statements, the new members shared their excitement for the project.
“As the only primary songwriter on every AILD album, I’m always going to a find a path forward for this catalog of music that I’m so passionate about,” said Tim Lambesis. “But sometimes things come together even better than expected. I’m incredibly grateful for my new bandmates. In addition to being incredibly talented, they genuinely care about my well being and the band we are now all a part of.”
Guitarist Bill Hudson added: “Tim L and I first met almost 20 years ago… It’s an honor to be a part of the new chapter of As I Lay Dying. What a great way to get together and play with so many friends of 15+ years at the same time!”
Bassist and clean vocalist Chris Clancy affirmed: “Excited to finally share this new chapter. Check out the music video for ‘Echoes‘, proud of what we’ve created together. Hope you enjoy it.”
The new lineup will hit the road this fall for a major European tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of the band’s landmark 2005 album, Shadows Are Security.
As I Lay Dying – Shadows Are Security 20th Anniversary European Tour Dates:
- Oct. 30 – Moscow, RU – Stadium Live Club
- Oct. 31 – Yekaterinburg, RU – Svoboda Concert Hall
- Nov. 01 – St. Petersburg, RU – Sound Club
- Nov. 03 – Budapest, HU – Barba Negra
- Nov. 04 – Bratislava, SK – MMC
- Nov. 05 – Ljubljana, SI – Cvetličarna
- Nov. 06 – Milan, IT – Live Club
- Nov. 07 – Innsbruck, AT – Music Hall
- Nov. 08 – Würzburg, DE – Posthalle
- Nov. 11 – Hohenems, AT – Tennis Event Centre
- Nov. 12 – Saarbrücken, DE – The Garage
- Nov. 13 – Sneek, NL – Bolwerk
- Nov. 14 – Heerlen, NL – Nieuwe Nor
