Vocal ANALYSIS of "The End of Heartache" made my vocal spidey sense tingle! Operatic vocals?

[@TankTheTech]

I watched this DVD no less than 500 times when I was younger. Glad this is the performance you chose to do for this!

[@youraverageog9773]

Same, still have it.

[@stoneddragon5400]

I still do watch it from time to time

[@stoneddragon5400]

You guys rule

[@BerryOonincx]

yup guilty of that also.😆🤘

[@awg6397]

I thought this was from that DVD, Adam's cape clued me in

[@wolfganghumboldt4830]

This song and My Curse were a huge deal for the heavy music fans that were teenagers around 2000-2010. Defined an era.

[@widexawake_]

Introductory Metal Fans* Everyone in the scene were already jamming to the self titled and AOJB long before Howard era KSE exploded into the scene

[@mate53]

Facts

[@copsarebastards]

@@widexawake_ who cares, don't try and gatekeep.

[@widexawake_]

@@copsarebastards Gatekeeping keeps communities pure, so I'll continue being the necessary evil 🤟

[@copsarebastards]

@@widexawake_ ??? All it does is make you look like a stupid prick. People are still going to listen to whatever they want, and nobody will care if you were there first.

[@briancoleman772]

I saw them twice live. The second time, Howard comes out sipping on some tea and lets the crowd know that his throat is shot, but that he's gonna give it his all. As the set goes on, he's singing less and less and you can tell his throat is just giving up on him. End of Heartache comes up and everyone can tell that he's got nothing left in the tank. So the crowd sings the entire song. That was far and away the best concert I've been to because of that moment. Didn't matter that it was in a school gym somewhere that was way too big for the amount of people in there. You could tell he wanted to put on a show for the fans who had come, and when he couldn't anymore the crowd picked up the slack. That to me was always what going to shows was about. The music didn't matter, it was the people around you.

[@chasekemp6915]

Nice!

[@misternarwhalart]

Dude that sounds absolutely incredible, I hope that someday I can go to a show like that.

[@X3Andy]

Great story!

[@johnjohnson6435]

Brother, that is literally one of my top 3 feelings I've experienced in my 36 years in this lifetime. There's just something so special about a group of total strangers experiencing and expressing the same thing like that. It taps into something that I think has been there for our entire history and it can never be taken away from us.

[@sccampbell]

This is a great story. Reminds me of the first time I saw Shinedown when they were on tour for the Us and Them album. Brent dedicated Simple Man to Dimebag, and then the crowd proceeded to sing the whole first verse. Brent just stood there and before jumping in for the chorus said "this is the coolest thing I've ever seen."

[@dannyburton9919]

One of the best crowd interactive live bands ever in heavy music, can say that with a personal experience.

[@KSE12789]

Can’t agree with this more!

[@Dannymac9]

@@KSE12789 Saw them just prior to the covid lockdowns with Clutch. I'm going nuts on the outer ring of the venue, not down on the floor as I'm not into that scene now in my 40's. Anyway, my buddy elbows me and I look up and see Jesse running by us. A couple minutes later, while jamming out, he jabs me again and I turn around to Adam staring down at me. I give him a shocked expression and he just mimics my expression and continues on through the crowd. One of the most amazing experiences of my life.

[@sheikhyerbouti]

​@@Dannymac9Bro! Brooooo! You got to see Clutch AND KSE? Fucking jealous! 😭😅

[@guardian0740]

@@Dannymac9 I had a similar experience lol, Adam went through the crowd in my show and he just kept making faces at everyone - was hysterical.

[@TheMrjgutz]

Rose of Sharyn by Killswitch Engage is a excellent example of Haward's voice. It was written about his mother after her passing.

[@X3Andy]

Beautiful song too. And very dynamic.

[@AndrewJShirley]

Facts, still one of their best tracks and I doubt they'll ever beat it.

[@Zentinalphayze]

Yes please! this would be a great reaction

[@manny75586]

Probably my favorite KSE song

[@TheViralInfekT]

This song in Wacken 2008 was absolutely awesome

[@kyletiley2352]

This man is 51, saw him in January and he's STRONGER with age, he is an absolute 1 in a generation voice that we are fortunate to have the chance to witness this monument of metal \m/

[@chasmai8423]

For which band?

[@kyletiley2352]

@@chasmai8423 Light the Torch and he did rose of sharyn and end of heartache with KSE. Don't know if I've ever seen a crowd go that nuts as the moment he took the stage with KSE again.

[@twentyonetoone9783]

Dude he's 51? I saw him in Dallas recently and he KILLED it

[@kyletiley2352]

@@twentyonetoone9783 yeah the man is a goddamn national treasure lol. If you haven't already check out Sion and Light the torch [formally devil you know] I'm guessing if you saw him on this last tour you already know light the torch but goddamn everything he touches is gold.

[@Toxyethanol]

I went to that tour 🤘 he sang 3 songs with Killswitch and the crowd just kept chanting "Howard Howard Howard" after each song. One of the best concert moments Ive seen in 20+ years of rockin. God damn national treasure!

[@dtha70]

18 years later and every time I hear this song it's full body goosebumps and an energy surge I can't even explain. Absolutely legendary song that my children now hear daily. Howard is a god

[@killswitch_darhk447]

Totally agree with u my favourite metal band of all time

[@WelcomeToTheBackLogs]

Wow... 18 years man...

[@WelcomeToTheBackLogs]

Time flies.

[@rackl1039]

Still got goosebumps even just watching this analysis.... absolutely legendary

[@bradleyschmidt2075]

Absolutely amazing….sad to think it’s been that long but song still stands stronger than ever

[@SandpaperTTV]

I think Howard's opera background is a big factor in how incredible his vocals are

[@agentsmith413]

i'm pretty sure howard doesn't have an opera background. where did you hear that? i can't find anything on it either.

[@NpausAsHawj]

I remembered watching a old show where he sung. In the movie, he choked a girl out.

[@KasbashPlays]

I've heard this about Warrel Dane of Nevermore. Does having an opera background also help with your vocal fry?

[@jerodwolford2743]

​@@NpausAsHawjHoward is classically trained. I have no idea about actually being in an opera, but he is trained to do so.

[@Hollyucinogen]

​@@agentsmith413The person who trained him was Melissa Cross. 🤟

[@samuel112313]

Howard Jones is one of my all time favorite vocalist, his voice is just incredible

[@hollyhayes9640]

I would also recommend Alice in Chains and Pantera if you like this band. 🤟☺️

[@scottlally8374]

If I had to pick two musician's I would love to see Howard Jones do a concert or song with it would be Travis Barker and John cooper from skillet

[@oglschmitt]

Everything about Howard Jones is big and powerful; from his physique, to his stage presence, to his amazing, dynamic voice. I think Elizabeth will certainly be engaged by this performance. This will be fun!

[@joergojschaefer3521]

Sounds like Elizabeth will go into full singing and analysis mode after 10 seconds or less... 👍 😀 👍 Edit: Watched the video Genre : TrainMetalCore... A UP 4000 class thundering right through your ears...Pure sound power... 😵

[@pabloconstanza5618]

+1 for the pun

[@adamdetweiler5269]

I thought he was such a better fit than Jesse.

[@iabdgogogo1234letsgo]

IMO the best to ever do it.

[@thomasdendtler4077]

@@adamdetweiler5269 Jesse's great in his own right, no shade to him. But I do prefer Howard.

[@brucebowling6032]

Adam D., lead guitar and backing vocals, actually won both showcases on "The Price is Right" a few years ago!

[@m_i_s_t_a_h__j_]

That was a fun watch

[@Gwunhar]

wow i need to look this up

[@illuminahde]

That's cool as hell

[@Martin-jk2ng]

He destroyed on that show hahaha

[@lightninsadventures2692]

Adam also has a very wide range in vocals. He can do clean and harsh very well

[@chief8825]

This song goes so hard, almost 20 years old and it’s still making people cry👌🏻

[@docholliday9741]

I saw them on tour for this album and boy it is songs like these that really carry the nostalgia and nativity of my youth right back. This is one of maybe five songs from that period that just give me the chills

[@ThcBanaman]

Dude helped me so much. He's basically the Metalcore Dad for many

[@juanjr4mirez]

KSE makes you let it out, I love them so much

[@PowuhToSeven]

The last chorus always gets me when I'm playing it. Goosebumps on my right shoulder always happen

[@chief8825]

@@ThcBanamanhe’s a super humble and chill dude, and a complete monster on lead

[@Crowbar11115]

I might be wrong but I'm pretty sure Howard studied with Melissa Cross. She's the hidden gem in the metal comuunity when it comes to proper technique for harsh vocals. She'd be a great guest on your channel!

[@xthe_nojx5820]

Most definitely. The Zen of Screaming was a game changer for me.

[@BBRBGR]

He sure did. So did Jesse later on.

[@War624]

Yes. Let's get OP's comment upvoted. Would be an awesome interview.

[@nielstubbing2326]

The Zen of Screaming definitely helped with my own singing!

[@susannamiscera2401]

I'm pretty sure he was the first vocalist she trained in harsh vocals.

[@bonestockrotorary]

Howard is amazing. His voice will forever define the “scene kid” period of my life. “My Curse” and “Rose of Sharyn,” should be on your list. Also Killswitch did an amazing cover of “Holy Diver” by Dio.

[@danielschultz2605]

She would absolutely love the holy diver video. It's so fun

[@alexanderhanksx]

I think I prefer their Holy Diver cover to the original tbh

[@adultonsethunter5370]

@@alexanderhanksx I definitely prefer the Killswitch version.

[@salimgohan9670]

@@adultonsethunter5370 me too, a lot more "metal" than the original one.

[@someperson7622]

"For You" is really good too, especially the coda later on in the song

[@scarydrummr93]

I get chills literally every time I watch this and hear the crowd singing back at them. Absolutely monstrous performance

[@snapascrew]

I remember going to see them for the first time in 2007 when I was 14 or so. My parents were waiting outside to pick us up and said that they could hear the crowd singing a long to end of heartache extremely loud on a busy detroit street with all the venue doors shut.

[@veronicawexel1291]

Singing at a concert with a massive amount of strangers is a very specific feeling and I think it's even the best. I've only seen Killswitch live once but it was awesome.

[@jacoboconnor4404]

@@snapascrew I was also at this show. I was 15.

[@snapascrew]

@@jacoboconnor4404 the detroit one and everything? Or just one of the 2007 shows in general?

[@jacoboconnor4404]

@@snapascrew the one in Detroit, at the Fillmore.

[@simonhooper2458]

Great song. Adam D isn’t just the guitarist backing vocalist, he is also the studio engineer for the band as well as producing other bands. He is someone you should interview as he is hilarious.

[@oldmantod]

Adam is one of the most under rated human being of.our generation.

[@jontraz5993]

​@@oldmantod yessssss he's one of the crazy scientists of the genre 🥰

[@johnking5928]

He was also the original drummer and played drums on the first album before switching to guitar. He is super talented all around.

[@Crag3323]

And he plays a Pizza guitar.

[@capoman1]

And he was originally the DRUMMER!

[@jonwar833]

Howard Jones was classically trained in Operatic vocals, his voice is easily the best ive ever heard

[@JB-xh5mc]

If there ever were a list for the greatest vocalist of all time, his name would definitely be on that list.

[@bluecollardave6370]

You obviously have never heard Geoff Tate

[@JB-xh5mc]

@@bluecollardave6370 He was fantastic in the eighties and early to mid nineties. Queensryche is good stuff.

[@kgonlaostia]

I think this is an urban legend. I have never watched Howard say that in any video or any written interview. Someone must have said he's delivery was operatic and someone else understood or inferred that he was actually trained.

[@ph6676]

@@kgonlaostia Yeah Howard grew up singing in church and trained with Melissa Cross, but not classically trained.

[@trendkill3333]

Howard’s vocals at this point in his career were just crazy powerful. This whole shows dvd is a must watch for any KSE fan

[@jackmurphy8696]

I remember them on the dvd saying something along the lines of this particular show at the Palladium in Worcester as being one of the most epic shows they remember. I was a bit young at the time, wish I could have gone!

[@MikeKraemer87]

Hes even better now.

[@TheDeadStretch]

KSE is VERY much a "call and response" type of band with their live lyrics/sing alongs. Also Fun Fact: The Guitar Player doing vocal harmonies is Adam D. Main songwriter of the band as well as being a producer/engineer. He started as the drummer of the band.

[@niekdamen3093]

His solo album (from adam)is also amazing!!

[@nealrosenberg7519]

adam D also won an episode of 'the price is right'

[@RunningRiotRich]

He was also in aftershock. I literally went to high school with them. You want proof let me know. His brother Tobias was the singer. Mide ended up in overcast for a bit. John donais went to shadows fall... anyway.

[@TheDeadStretch]

@@RunningRiotRich Yo! I forgot all about that! That scene back then was so intertwined you forget little details like that!!!

[@dirkdiggler7253]

Didn't he also produce the underoath album - define the great line?

[@hackster7707]

If you love the involvement with the audience you should see their guitarist Adam at the bar while playing a concert. He goes up, orders a drink, engages fans at the bar, and does his part in the song. It’s fantastic.

[@bigsquatch40]

The albums Howard was on for KSE, The End Of Heartache and As Daylight Dies, are just amazing from front to back straight 10/10. I recommend you check them out

[@malicioustactics6846]

And '09 self titled album as well. All very phenomenal.

[@atvena]

@@malicioustactics6846 not a fan of either selftitled Killswitch engage album alive or just breathing (with Jesse) the end of heartache and as daylight dies is easily their holy trinity

[@fellcat832]

As Daylight Dies is my favorite album of all time!

[@murderburger1811]

So good damn true

[@ACarter87]

There’s true masterpieces on those albums n they’ll forever be n the back of dusty heavy and trash metal bins forever 🤦‍♂️

[@jasonx4008]

Howard Jones is a beast. I will listen to anything he's involved with

[@Jhan1396]

His new band Light the Torch is also amazing 🤘🤘

[@clintbeastwood5116]

@@Jhan1396 SION was a surprise beast of an album too.

[@breatheintheair1]

I was at this show and when the chorus hit at the beginning and everything afterward you could not hear Howard at all from the crowd. We were all one Voice. It was a magical night. A night never to forget. You can even hear the compression put on the mic to filter out the crowd cause of how loud we were.

[@LoveMyZJ]

I cannot even imagine what the atmosphere must've been like in that place during this song...electric probably doesn't even begin to describe it.

[@metalmatty7430]

I was there as well ...a night I'll never forget. It makes me a bit sad knowing that no show will ever come close to this experience. Home town, amazing performance, a band at their peak firing on all cylinders....and no cell phones.

[@chaospoet]

Wasn't at this show but another one of theirs at The Palladium and same thing. Just completely drowned out the band. Only other time I can think of where that happened there was one year seeing Rhapsody and drowning them out during the song Dawn of Victory. New England metal heads know how to get it done! \M/( )\M/

[@CurtisEntenmann]

Holy hell, i was there to! What a great show. There was a few years stretch where I did not miss them when they came to the Palladium.

[@dusty_russty6933]

Even when I saw they in Dallas last October (of 2021) the crowd was so loud. I remember that concert and that shit was crazy

[@joshuamccaulley7040]

Man Howard is something special, man's voice is so powerful. Adam D is awesome live. Whole bands great!

[@derekmclaws8475]

The KSE version of DIO's Holy diver is also a a great one, the way they stayed true to the original yet just duking it out packs a punch

[@IronSatanV]

The music video of it is awesome too

[@cloaked_sheep]

Great cover! Great video!

[@Shoddie1989]

Yes yes yes yes yes, its such an awesome version!!!!

[@anthonyhuskett7413]

World ablaze is kinda the right setting right meow

[@Life-Row-Toll]

It was a nice tribute, but I still prefer the original.

[@sccampbell]

God I miss Howard as the vocalist for Killswitch. Thank you for reminding me of how much I love this band and Howard's emotional delivery.

[@nick7strunk703]

It honestly doesn't feel the same without him. He's in my top 3 vocalists of all time. I love the dude

[@KelticKabukiGirl]

There is definitely a Paul Dianno/Bruce Dickinson type split between the two vocalists for some fans for sure.

[@quentinneace8930]

His new band is good too if you never listened to then. Light the Torch

[@sccampbell]

@@quentinneace8930 Eh

[@hollyhayes9640]

You might like Alice In Chains and Pantera if you like Killswitch Engage. 🤟

[@MrFrogwaffles]

Their album, “Alive or Just Breathing” literally didn’t leave my car CD player for a year while in High school (I am a big fan). The band continued to find success with Jesse’s exit and Howard’s entrance, and ultimately Howard’s exit and Jesse’s return. I recently, and finally after a Covid reschedule…got to see KSE (with Jesse back, taking over vocals once again for a few years now) - with Howard’s new band as a supporting act. Of course KSE and Howard did some songs together - such and amazing experience being able to see both singers.

[@LilNewo]

Went to the 15 year tour in Sydney a few years back. Was in a pub in Newtown and to this day it is still the best concert I've been to in my 40 years. The album is a masterpiece

[@_Somefacts_]

I was on concert of the KsE in 2018 and always was dreaming to see them live cause Ive been listening to them since twelve years old kid, and fucking enjoyed it!

[@StutterinSeuss]

Same! That album and The Agony Scene - The Darkest Red didn't leave my 6-disc CD changer in my car for months if not a year.

[@mammoth157]

Got to see the recent tour as well, felt really good to see them both on stage.

[@MD-zc1oh]

Wish I could have seen that. Did u post any footage? Either way 🔥🤘

[@JarrodHeadleyOfficial]

FYI, the reason people have referred to opera with Howard is because he was classically trained for years. Also, the guitarist you were referring to is “Adam D.” He produced many albums in the genre including his bands (killswitch). Glad you appreciated the band.

[@poshdan1988]

Adam D is also an unbelievable vocalist, his backing harmonies are on point 100% of the time👌🏻

[@shawnmb62]

and in a CAPE!

[@apaine81]

Can’t forget the jorts

[@stephenhisel9395]

Adam D is one of the most talented musicians in metal,period.

[@quietlittlevirus]

I am really curious what a solo album by Adam would sound like. One where he does everything. Like the first Wings or Foo Fighters album.

[@apaine81]

@@quietlittlevirus check out Times of Grace. All Adam but Jesse sings vocals. Also Serpentine Dominion but Corpsegrinder does the vocals. Polar opposites as far as music goes.

[@KaijuTango]

You should definitely check out My Curse (album version) and their cover of Holy Diver by Dio. Very great showcases of his vocal range, so awesome to see you covering another of my favorite bands.

[@papasith7766]

I agree!! I’m shocked she didn’t pick their Dio cover to start with, given her fascination with Dio. It would have been an excellent choice. 🤘😎🤘

[@EricNeuls]

Yea she should check our their Holy Diver Cover and compare it to Dio's! lol It is such a fantastic take on Holy Diver!

[@AR-bj5et]

It’s also a great demonstration of his vocal range and variety too, great in its own right for sure. I think she went with one of their originals just to get a sense of what they’re all about before jumping into covers and comparisons, but it should definitely be on the shortlist I agree!

[@stixx925]

I also agree. Might wanna checkbout Liliac holy Diver cover as well... shes gotcan awsime vocal that fits the song well.

[@darrenhoffman3312]

Definitely. Since I believe she already did a vid for Dio's version. A comparison vid would be really cool.

[@Glennguin]

This has been a long time coming, Howard Jones is all you'll ever want in a soulful yet such a powerful vocalist. One of my favourite of all time and whether he is supporting artist, in killswitch engage, light the torch or Sion, he can do anything!

[@Cvillain626]

It's gotta be an amazing feeling to know you can just hold your mic out at any time and the entire crowd will carry the song

[@casiocfx]

I can totally recommmend their Cover of the Song "Holy Diver" by Dio. It evokes even more reminiscences of operatic singing and is a well done but also funny nod to Ronny James Dio. Jesse Leach (current singer) and Howard Jones (former singer and long time Substitute for Jesse) even perform beautifully together for the song "signal fire" by Killswitch Engage.

[@psykoe3]

Signal Fire is absolutely AMAZING. I saw them within the last year and while they didn't do Signal Fire (I wanted Howard to come out soooo bad) they did do Holy Diver with Jesse and the entire show was absolutely top notch, they sounded so good it was like a studio performance with cheering added in.

[@JosephAlanOliveros]

wouldn't it be awesome for KSE to have both Howard and Jesse performing side-by-side

[@bwats1991]

One of the best covers. Right up there with Hurt by Johnny Cash.

[@bwats1991]

@@JosephAlanOliveros They did a song together called signal fire and they just toured last year together. The bands are still very close and I'm sure they'll continue touring together into the future

[@JosephAlanOliveros]

@@bwats1991 that's where I get the idea that Jesse and Howard should sing together for KSE - they complement each other on that song (I'm listening to it at the moment)

[@wmxx2000]

Hopefully she gets around to doing "My Curse" from KSE as well

[@Cmoore718]

Elizabeth, knowing how you love Dio, you’ll really enjoy their cover of Holy Diver. Such an amazing cover (the video is pretty funny as well).

[@rustypixell]

Exactly!! I love Dio so much . Actually i kinda wait for this 🤭😬

[@shawnmb62]

@@rustypixell cant up-vote this comment enough- truth

[@chasm9557]

Their video is the right mix of respecting the original video while poking lighthearted fun at the cheesiness of it.

[@williamnealy4588]

His clean vocals, and his screaming are top tier. He’s awesome!

[@thisisathrowaway514]

It feels like every vocal coach that reacts to metal ends up appreciating it and the skill that metal musicians have, and I love it.

[@Loopholez91]

Howard was born for metal music with his voice. Dude is legit a legend in his own right. Sad that Killswitch Engage doesn't get the recognition they deserve.

[@fighterx4133]

What lol killswitch was massive in the late 00s. They gained huge recognition and nearly every metal core band that came out after tried to ape their sound.

[@Loopholez91]

@@fighterx4133 Jesse Leach is not a good singer. Howard dwarfs him in every sense. Even today people recognize Killswitch but only with Howard's voice.

[@fighterx4133]

@@Loopholez91 where did I say Jesse was better than Howard? Howard joined the band in like 03. What are you on about

[@leerobbo92]

@@Loopholez91 Jesse Leach is a good singer. Yeah, he's not Howard, but he doesn't try to be. Very few singers can do what Howard can do as well as he can. Strongly disagree with your last comment. They write much better music with Jesse IMO: obviously nothing that's caught on like My Curse did, but far more consistent. Their first album is almost universally regarded one of the GOATs of Metalcore, and their last few albums have performed substantially better than anything they did before.

[@Loopholez91]

@@leerobbo92 you’re wrong everybody knows it. Jesse Leach can not sing at all. Could never sing well. And The End of Heartache Album is without a doubt the best Album they made. And guess what?! That was Howard’s doing. Jesse Leach is terrible. Killswitch Engage has literally died since Jesse took back over and Howard left. Nobody really cares to listen to Jesse sing when they can just listen to Howard’s vocals. I’d rather not feel like there’s a cockroach in my ear digging away. When I can listen to Howard’s deep amazing voice that can put people to sleep.

[@convictions6726]

18 yrs later, this song still stays with you each and every time you listen. Besides incredible talent, all members past and present still give you hope every time you listen.

[@vivekjha25]

the hope. what always, always gets to me with Killswitch Engage is the hopeful bright melodies. There is great emotional depth to their writing and I am a sucker for it.

[@bradbattista]

Hope…. That’s interesting. I’ve recently rediscovered KSE and forgot how powerful the lyrics are. Such an uplifting positive vibe. LOVE these guys!!🤘🏼

[@JammaOG]

KSE saved me in 2002 when mum passed suddenly, AOJB is hands down best metalcore album ever can't change my mind.

[@widexawake_]

The only people you'll get pushback on this opinion are the KSE fans that joined during the As Daylight Dies era. AOJB is the cornerstone of the genre.

[@nickscherdin9823]

I agree. And Jesse Leach is the goat. Howard is amazing but Jesse absolutely made AOJB

[@SoAKillswitch]

@@nickscherdin9823 you are 1000000% correct with this sir

[@akarminius]

Such a damn good album. 100% agree. I found KSE a couple months after their first album. Can't lie tho, it took a while to get on the Howard train. I was young and didn't know how to appreciate different metal styles. Fkn love both singers

[@thomasbellamy1]

Alive or just breathing was THE best Killswitch Engage album of all time. Although, Howard is the stronger vocalist all round and I've seen both Jesse and Howard live. Jesse stuggles to match the records live and can run out of tune sometimes whereas Howard, on a good day, was practically flawless.

[@raiderfn49]

My favorite memory of seeing them live was them introducing a song by saying "its about when Howard went ice skating, its called when darkness falls" the whole place went crazy

[@hollyhayes9640]

😂👍

[@suspect794]

ive probably watched this concert a few hundred times over my life, and this performance of The End of Heartache still gives me goosebumps everytime

[@Shelbynuts]

Amen dude

[@KroYT]

I am beyond excited to hear your take on this one!

[@brobidart]

I am always mesmerized by how cute Liz becomes the more and more entranced she is by these kick-ass bands! (from System to Killswitch it’s like she’s falling in love with the same chapter of my life I experienced right outta college!!!) I love her unabashed expanding musical pallet which includes more and more metal!!! *** bravo to the fans on always recommending good bands and kick ass songs!!! Liz, you’re such a good sport and the best kind of musician: open minded and open hearted :) - subsequently added, liked and subscribed you’ve def got yourself a new fan!!! Your positivity and persona are contagious- thank you for the great attitude and awesome perspective - always a pleasure!!! :)

[@darrenhoffman3312]

One of the metalcore G.O.A.T's (if not THE G.O.A.T). She is definitely in for a treat.

[@henrihell]

I'd give the title of THE G.O.A.T. to Trivium.

[@ScreamingInSong]

@@henrihell This same DVD, so many bands, though I don't recall if Matt is one of them comment on this specific album and how this is the album every one of them were wishing they had written instead. Matt's singing (and screaming) has gotten so much better since his work with David and developing his range during Silence, but Howard has always had that. There was a tour where Howard filled in for Matt when his twins were born, and Howard filled in and filled those shoes just fine. I love BOTH bands. This damned DVD though.

[@stevilkenevil9960]

Wtf is metalcore you kids love dividing music up into genres and subgenres

[@henrihell]

@@ScreamingInSong I mean it's a killer album for sure. Just feels to me like KSE are riding on this one album only and the others don't get much attention. Trivium's evolved and pushed out killer albums most of the time rather than riding on the success of one album. As for vocal ability I don't care one bit who's the better vocalist as it doesn't matter for the question one bit.

[@dylanhammond725]

I've been a metal head forever and I really appreciate how you're opening people up to this music. So often I hear, "there is no talent in metal" and things along those lines; when simply, thats not true! So thank you! This is fun for me to watch you analyse these amazingly talented vocalists and instrumentalists.

[@hollyhayes9640]

I would recommend Alice in Chains and Pantera if you like metal/Killswitch Engage. You might've heard of them already, but I thought I'd suggest them anyway. 🤟

[@dylanhammond725]

@@hollyhayes9640 me?

[@dylanhammond725]

@@hollyhayes9640 if you're referring to me, I'm already a massive kse, fan. Ghost walking being one of my favourite kse songs. I'm already very familiar with all the bands you've listed. Appreciate it though

[@xDixonDallasFan69x]

This is a live performance from a dvd that got me through large part of my childhood. This band was always one of my favorites. Regardless of how late it is I LOVE seeing them get more recognition and appreciation. One of the greatest live performance metal bands of all times.

[@Dylan-cu4ty]

Howard Jones is a *metal god.* I'd cream my pants to hear him sing a Killswitch song live.

[@hollyhayes9640]

I've heard him sing live. He sounds exactly the same. 🤟

[@jaredbrown6066]

He does, love ❤️ all through

[@kr0nlx]

he sang the last 3 songs with KSE last year on tour with Light the Torch.

[@trevordangberg7552]

I got to see Killswitch and Light the Torch a couple years ago. Amazing. Howard played some classics with them, as well as The Signal Fire!!!! so amazing!

[@Brando56894]

I went to go see them long after Howard left the band and Jesse replaced him. During one song Howard walks out on stage and starts singing along with Jesse 😮

[@AcidHeat]

Killswitch Engaged - The Signal Fire. Perfect song for you to hear theres both Howard and Jesse the original and current vocalist its probably one of the most powerfull songs of KsE!

[@sharoncarlisle9453]

Yes, please do this one.

[@tonyrogers8188]

Howard's 2 screams at the end, if that song doesn't get you going, you may not have a pulse!

[@ajplaysdrums]

Seeing this performed live with both Howard and Jesse was one of the greatest concert moments of my life. So powerful and emotional.

[@Shriven89]

The signal fire was just incredible, so amazing to see the two superb leads of KSE sing together

[@xxlaugherteexx]

She should probably hear Jesse and Howard on their own a few more times before doing the signal fire. That's like a culmination song for KSE vocal reactions imo.

[@UrbanSkyProject]

The song When Darkness Falls has some of the best of Howard Jones vocal variety. Another vocalist you may not have come across yet is Rody Walker from Protest the Hero, "Sequoia Throne" is a great song to get you started!

[@Skad00shable]

Oh man his performance on Skies was absolutely amazing. Would love to see her do Protest the Hero

[@Journeyman2585]

Meh, I would probably recommend a newer song. His voice is way more developed now than it used to be.

[@UrbanSkyProject]

@@Journeyman2585 do you mean rody? Yeah you are right, he was great on volition but if you listen from early on to later you hear the development of the voice.

[@XhopebringerX777]

Bloodmeat by protest the hero

[@Journeyman2585]

@@UrbanSkyProject yea. Scurrilous and Volition are a better representation of his vocal talent.

[@ShooterMcKevin1]

I filmed all of the Sion videos with him and Dines, so I was lucky enough to be in the studio with him. He’s incredible. Watched many 1-3 takes.

[@hollyhayes9640]

I'd also recommend Alice in Chains and Pantera if you like Killswitch Engage. ☺️

[@Shoddie1989]

Yo!!! Dude!!!! Thats such a flex hahahah, awesome

[@X3Andy]

8 months later and Elizabeth's facial reaction to the beginning with Howard belting it out still gives me goosebumps. We need more Killswitch/Howard and a tea time interview with Howard. It needs to happen!

[@1988cophotos]

100% spot freaking on.

[@gregwhitton2293]

I, for one, would love to see that happen

[@kokubos]

You should check out "The Signal Fire." Howard Jones and Jesse Leach both are fantastic vocalists and that song really highlights the both of them extraordinary well

[@XPsychowaffleX]

Hell yeah! I'm glad Jesse and Howard could work together and give the fans something we've been asking for for years. We love both of them!

[@DookieSh0es]

That video and song was the culmination of like 20 years of fandom. Amazing.

[@davidmink6686]

The best kse song.

[@charliezelenowski2701]

I love that song. I have never gotten goosebumps from something so fast... I watched the video with no idea they were both in it. I saw a comment from Jared Dines that said he is just happy he lived to see this moment... then I waited to see what that was. I was not disappointed. KSE give me only good memories of old friends and the people I grew up with.

[@JShelton2345]

Hands down my favorite KSE song without a doubt, just wish they would do more together.

[@TrickyyRicky]

Seen this band live and it was incredible , the guitarist is a mad man and went to get a beer mid song while playing

[@hollyhayes9640]

I Approve ©. 😂

[@henrybright8531]

Did you see them in Louisville? Adam did the same thing when I seen them in Louisville. Maybe he does that often but I was at the bar as well when this same thing happened

[@jallen6874]

I realize the focus of this analysis may be of Howard's voice and his fantastic vocal abilities but the main reason why people like him are amazing is because they give off an energy that unites a venue full of hundreds if not thousands of people. The energy and atmosphere of these shows are a testament to how powerful music can be. The memories made from the shows last a lifetime too.

[@oddballgunman5288]

I can't help but recommend "My Curse". I feel as though End of Heartache is the best to capture every range of his voice but My Curse is the best for capturing pitch changes.

[@gothix5308]

His version of Element Of One live shows off his vocals too. Howard is an absolute god

[@brianbruce2749]

My curse!!!! Is a must!!!!

[@wangchung2157]

As long as its album version My Curse im all for it I still think its the greatest song KSE has ever done

[@hollyhayes9640]

Also, Holy Diver. The entire album "Alive Or Just Breathing" is good. It's 1 of only 2 that I can listen to all the way through without skipping any songs (the other one is "Black Gives Way To Blue" by Alice In Chains). 🤟

[@Hollyucinogen]

And "Arms Of Sorrow", too.

[@jameskeene9317]

The shocked look on her face just tells how amazing his voice is. That was how I looked when I first heard them and I feel goosebumps seeing the same reaction I had when I was younger.

[@oldguyrips535]

I was at the show that this was filmed at. Literally one of the best shows I've ever been to. Howard is a super nice guy and always made time for fans

[@mikeandersonwa]

I've seen them live several times, and what was really amazing about this is that this was often their last song, or near the last song. So he's singing like this after an hour of screaming.

[@alexgriffith1451]

I just have to say, you picked the right video. Howard’s performance here gives me chills and is a bucket list performance that I wish I could’ve experienced. This whole set was unreal and the band as a whole could not have been more perfect. Incredible show. Nearly twenty years old and this particular video is still relevant and impressive.

[@FarmingDyl]

Howard Jones has ALWAYS been my favorite metal vocalist. He is insanely talented and the fact it's so effortless when he does either clean or harsh vocals is just nuts.

[@andynorth1776]

This song carried me through some really tough shit in my life. KSE will forever be a staple on my playlists. Almost twenty years later and I'm still waiting...

[@NewGuyMedia-xe7bm]

A lot of us have had a good cry listening to killswitch.

[@soulflame5635]

Dont wait.. move forward friend :)

[@najtrows]

Killswitch and Howard meant a lot when I was about 15. Rose of Sharyn will always be one of the most perfect metalcore songs ever written! Love the melodic riffs and songwriting too!

[@atvena]

Melodic metalcore

[@chooch745]

The epitome of metalcore is Rose of Sharyn. Powerful song through and through

[@ThcBanaman]

I remember watching this song on VIVA recorded on VHS in Germany, must have been in my teens. I replayed the song about 20 times and absolutely freaked out because that was the first time I heard Metalcore ever and of that quality

[@dredgen0268]

There’s nothing better in a live performance than the band being pumped up and actually enjoying what their doing and seeing that joy and excitement.

[@hollyhayes9640]

*Fun fact* - Howard Jones (lead singer of Killswitch Engage) was actually classically trained in Operatic vocals before he was in the band. (That's why he has such a powerful voice.) 🤟☺️👌I believe he trained with Melissa Cross, who's considered to be a "hidden gem" (💎) in the metal community. I would also recommend a review of some of their other songs, such as "My Curse", "Holy Diver", "Arms Of Sorrow", and "Starting Over" (and possibly more that I'm not aware of) - although, to be fair, that whole album ("Alive Or Just Breathing") is good from front to back. Edit: sorry to all metal fans, the *past* lead singer of Killswitch Engage. The current lead singer is Jesse Leach (I believe that's his name and how it's spelled.) (❓) He's the lead singer in this video, but not for the band anymore. Edit 2: also, this song was written as a tribute to Howards' Mother, who passed away (I believe of c@ncer.) (Sorry for the @, KZbin might delete my comment if I don't censor certain words. I've had comments deleted before for similar reasons.) (KZbin, please allow my comment to stay up. 🥺🙏) Also, I tried to headbang to this while eating dinner. My fault. And I would also recommend Alice In Chains and Pantera if anyone reading this comment likes Killswitch Engage.

[@DanaOrtiz]

Well now she’s got to do Jesse leech. The old Jesse and the new Jesse

[@IrishFists]

He hasn’t been the singer for a decade now. But yes he has an amazing voice. Check out his new project Sion.

[@stoneddragon5400]

I have seen him in another band that kinda sucks

[@CrazyTruckinS10]

Dwayne Johnson and Howard Jones are brothers.......not realll....but sounds good

[@ryanrice425]

Jesse leach is the lead singer

[@nohbodyhughno1121]

I get chills every time I randomly run across this version of the song!

[@brandonpratt9353]

So stoked to see Adams vocals got some love here! 😊❤️ Whether doing backing vocals or leading an entire part, screaming, singing or doing his goofy low rumble his voice is fantastic and he often doesn’t get the credit he deserves as a vocalist!

[@benjaminrobinson2522]

Thanks for taking heavy music seriously. The emotion alone is worth respect.

[@michaelprins_]

Howard jones is a legend. Such a powerful human. Love this era of killswitch.

[@angiepark7310]

Saaaaaaaame!

[@woodandwheels]

absolutely👍💪🏻💪🏻👊🔥

[@FREEM1ND]

When you were speaking about crowd participation, you perfectly articulated the feelings of a lot of vocalists in the metalcore/hardcore scene. A lot of hardcore bands like to say "this is your mic" or "this is your stage". Stage dives and gang vocals commence.

[@PadawanPreacher]

Howard Jones and Jared Dines project “Sion”. Song: The Blade or More Than Just Myself. Excellent project and album by those 2.

[@scottkohlhepp5898]

Every time I see this live video of Killswitch, it brings me to tears. The engagement of the crowd is phenomenal. It feels powerful.

[@shadowscone4690]

I would recommend his performance with Jared Dines as Sion, The Blade, Inside the Hollow and Drown would go down a treat

[@Camaro57ltr]

Dude amazing song! Omg

[@MCOGroupNews]

I did not realize that was him in Sion!

[@aaronhutterer4919]

This song is sooooo good. I don't normally listen to music with this much clean vocals these days but will always make exceptions for Howard Jones and this in my opinion is on of his best songs.

[@projectrad8844]

Would love to see her analysis of “The Blade” by Sion!

[@chrishansenbiz]

This entire album is a masterpiece! Their tour of it was easily one of the best concerts I've attended over my 30+ years as a metal fan.

[@bden19]

Saw them live in highschool at headbanger's ball, absolutely amazing. Howard Jones has massive pipes. Great singer, great band.

[@TheAshesofthewake9g]

Greatest tour of all time. Lamb of god, kse, shadows fall, god forbid

[@theonetheycallfear8237]

Howard Jones is such a beast every time I hear him.

[@beersvault]

Howard's raspy scream combine with his heavy melodic singing just perfect and always have special place in my heart

[@sharris256]

I really appreciate the fact that you take the screaming seriously. So many people hear that and are instantly turned off. The fact that you spoke as eloquently about the screaming as the sung parts really shows your ability to speak on a wide range of genres and make those that enjoy metal feel seen in a pop driven world.

[@Gamesta100]

Before KSE I was one of those people. I used to hate screaming in songs but Howards singing voice is so good that I learned to somewhat enjoy screaming in songs because I had to listen to their songs so I had to accept the screaming.

[@ForWarnED]

Absolutely love your reactions and break downs of vocal tracks in so many genres of music. Haven't seen you do Coheed And Cambria yet, but think you would love the lead singers ranges. I know it blew me away listening to them when I was introduced.

[@dariusd9500]

Yes The acapella version of The Gutter

[@stevecraig1723]

Couldn't agree with you more, and would definitely recommend a deep-dive into the vocal style of Coheed and Cambria's Claudio Sanchez.

[@SalientBen]

Very yes.

[@IlhuicaminaDelacruz]

I love Elizabeth face when she first listens to a band, the surprise and immediately the analysis of what she is listening to, I infinitely appreciate that you appreciate the music that many of your followers love so much.... Good start to the year

[@mrassassilnx]

Am I the only one that cries with this song? I feel it in such a personal level, after being disappointed, hurt, pushed away by people I loved… this really hits home for me

[@laurajade]

Unmatched sound, unmatched talent. This song will forever be one of the BEST!

[@JarrodCBock]

Yes!! I'm so excited that you're going to do Killswitch Engage. They're one of my favorite bands of all time.

[@AlexaOnWheels]

This song and my curse got me into killswitch engage, so when I heard about a project that Howard Jones was in called SION I was happy. Even 20 years later he still has this amazing voice. You could check out SION also because his voice has just gotten better with the years. He's still screaming and do cleans. Thanks for another super video 😊

[@PProph]

This album/era was like a moment in time. Saw them in '04 and '05 touring on this album, two of the best shows I've ever seen. Howard is crazy good, love his work with Dines in Sion also. Stoked that you've finally got him on the channel!

[@chriscuthbertson]

IMO Howard is the best Metal vocalist of his generation. He has such a distinctive sound and can switch between clean and dirty vocals so smoothly. You cant help but sing along with him.

[@tmichael8213]

"Ok...I think he's really good." Ha! I think YOU'RE really good, Elizabeth. I really enjoy watching you enjoy some of my favorite artists! Your content always brightens my day.

[@PixelNorse]

Every KSE gig I've been to is like this, they LOVE having the crowd sing back to them and it's always this loud, it's a beautiful thing and just shows how... Engaged and connected the metal community is, I love it

[@Loctorak]

KSE loves the fans, the fans love KSE - it's a beautiful thing

[@deepbluefyre777]

I agree hearing all those people sing along, it is so beautiful!!!

[@scoundrel1680]

I'll never forget being 10 or 11, walking into my buddies house, seeing this dvd playing on his TV, and being absolutely entranced by Howard's power and emotionality. I had never experienced this genre before, and now over a decade later, it still hits me different. I love that man.

[@thecartatree]

Adam D's (the one with the cape XD) backing vocals are something to speak of. Glad you mentioned him. Hes an absolute nut on the stage (total goofball) and then you hear him sing like an angel in the background. Its a funny contrast.

[@patricktarver4573]

I love your respect and admiration for harsh vocals. It used to receive to much disrespect as an art form from trained vocalists. also, the legitimate glee at 0:37 is a great example of what I'm referring to, and we didnt even get to howard yet :D

[@mikarunkel5033]

Howard Jones is an amazing vocalist. He did a cover of “simple man” that was amazing and you should check it out.

[@X3Andy]

He did?! I must find!

[@Grover91]

I'd give my left leg, one of my eyes, my sense of taste and my splein for a full version of it. It's amazing.

[@howiefelthersnatch3862]

i absolutely love his cover of Simple Man. definitely needs to do a full version

[@mattdreizehn]

OMG! Killswitch Engage in the channel!! 😱 Love this band, is one of my favorites, this song is just amazing and this concert is so wild and powerful. Love the analysis and now I think is kind of necessary to bring Jesse Leach too. Can't wait for the next KSE video! 🤘🖤🔥

[@joedexter4518]

I've been waiting for your take on killswitch especially Howard's tenure as lead vocalist. I genuinely believe he could sing any style of music with his clean vocals but I personally would love to hear him do soul or blues vocals. the entire band is so unbelievably talented I adore them!

[@sincerelypat]

Absolutely my favorite lead singer of all time.

[@philipbelcher5875]

Thank you for getting into Killswitch Engage! Would love to see more videos on Howard and Jesse both. This old stuff is great, but both Howard and Jesse have gotten better over the years so looking at some newer stuff would be great, too. Howard has some really good songs with his new band Light the Torch as well. If you liked Adam on the backing vocals, you should also check out Times of Grace, which is a side project of Adam and Jesse where he sings and screams quite a bit more. Whether you make videos of the songs or not, Times of Grace is amazing.

[@demondrive147]

Howard's voice is simply honey for ears

[@anneahlefeld1989]

I agree!

[@ShameOnYouxddd]

Man, Killswitch Engage really takes me back to my teen years... So many great bands that I need to go back and listen to! I would love to see you break down M. Shadows vocals from Avenged Sevenfold too! Another band i absolutely loved growing up. I highly recommend their live performances at the Grammy Museum, particularly "Roman Sky" and "So Far Away"!

[@blindcommander]

He is amazing. I love him and Killswitch. Another good one is Starting Over.

[@cryptobee6062]

One of the best metal bands I’ve ever seen live, particularly when Howard was the vocalist! Absolutely flawless!