Dead and Divine
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2003 |
| Headquarters | Burlington, Ontario , Canada |
| Products | Music albums, EPs |
Dead and Divine was a post-hardcore group originating from Burlington, Ontario, Canada. Their breakthrough came with the 2005 EP What Really Happened at Lover's Lane, released through Verona Records, a label established by the band in partnership with Shane Told of Silverstein.
History
The band's debut EP achieved sales close to 1,000 units across Canada, which secured them a position on the Canadian Billboard charts. Subsequently, they embarked on an independent nationwide tour to broaden their audience.
In December 2007, Dead and Divine recorded their first album under Rise Records, titled The Fanciful, at Interlace Studios with producer Kris Krummet. Drummer Ryan Leger departed in July 2008 due to personal reasons and was succeeded by Kyle Anderson; Leger later became a member of Every Time I Die. The band promoted The Fanciful through extensive tours in Canada and the United States, sharing stages with bands such as Farewell to Freeway, Inhale Exhale, Oceano, and Cancer Bats.
Dead and Divine signed with Distort Entertainment in September 2008 and released The Machines We Are on August 4 of that year. Following the release, they toured Canada alongside Straight Reads the Line. This album entered the Canadian Billboard charts, peaking at number 18 on the Nielsen SoundScan Hard Rock Charts and number 39 on the Alternative Charts. The band earned a nomination for Favorite Punk/Hardcore Group at the CMW Indie Awards. In August 2009, they unveiled a music video for "Neon Jesus," directed by Marc Ricciardelli.
Their third studio effort, Antimacy, was launched on August 11, 2011, debuting at number 53 on the Canadian Albums Chart.
On April 22, 2012, Dead and Divine announced their disbandment following one final performance in Burlington. The decision was attributed to demanding touring schedules and shifting personal priorities; however, lead vocalist Matt Tobin later revealed that persistent internal disagreements were a significant factor.
Aftermath
Vocalist Matt Tobin formed a new band called Ritual on April 14, 2014. On November 4, 2019, guitarist Chris LeMasters initiated a new project named Teeth, collaborating with former members of Every Time I Die, Norma Jean, and Straight Reads the Line.
Band members
Former
- Matt Tobin – lead vocals
- Chris LeMasters – guitar
- Kellan Lindsay – bass guitar
- Sebastian Lueth – guitar
- Kelly Bilan – drums
- Pat Simms – guitar (2003–2006)
- Dave McGuire – guitar
- Isi Commisso – bass (2003–2006)
- Will Allen – drums (2003–2007)
- Kyle Anderson – drums
Discography
Studio albums
- The Fanciful (March 18, 2008)
- The Machines We Are (August 4, 2009)
- Antimacy (August 2, 2011)
EPs
- Her Name Was Tragedy (2004)
- What Really Happened at Lover's Lane (2005)
Videography
- "Like Wolves"
- "Neon Jesus"
- "Asphyxia Fiend"