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Every Time I Die

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Every Time I Die
Company typeBand
IndustryMusic
Founded1998
Headquarters
Buffalo, New York
,
United States
ProductsNine studio albums, including Radical (2021)

Every Time I Die was a metalcore group originating from Buffalo, New York, established in 1998. The band's primary lineup included brothers Keith on vocals and Jordan Buckley on guitar, along with rhythm guitarist Andy Williams and bassist Stephen Micciche, who together accounted for 15 years within the band's 24-year career. After spending ten years with Ferret Music, they signed with Epitaph Records in 2008, remaining there until their disbandment in 2022. Throughout their career, they produced nine studio albums, ending with Radical released in October 2021.

Recognized for their energetic stage presence and progressive musical style, Kerrang! acknowledged them as pioneers at the leading edge of contemporary metalcore.

Formation and Early Releases: The Burial Plot Bidding War and Last Night in Town (1998–2000)

Founded in 1998 by Jordan Buckley, Andy Williams, and Michael Novak, Every Time I Die completed their original lineup with vocalist Keith Buckley and bassist John McCarthy. Their first live show occurred in Hamilton, Ontario.

During early tours across Buffalo, New York, and Toronto, they met producer Chris Logan of Goodfellow Records, who facilitated the release of their debut EP The Burial Plot Bidding War in December 1999. Additionally, they contributed a song to Redstar Records’ compilation The Sound and the Fury that same October.

In 2000, Aaron Ratajczak took over bass duties from McCarthy. The band recorded their first full-length album at Zing Studios in Westfield, Massachusetts; Last Night In Town was released on August 14, 2001. To promote the album, they toured the East Coast alongside Killswitch Engage. Later that year, Stephen Micciche from Kid Gorgeous replaced Ratajczak on bass.

Hot Damn! and Gutter Phenomenon Era (2001–2006)

In early 2003, Every Time I Die entered Trax East studios in South River, New Jersey to record their sophomore album with producer Eric Rachel. The resulting record, Hot Damn!, was released on July 1, 2003. This album broadened their audience through tours supporting Steve-O of Jackass, participation in the Warped Tour, and international tours alongside NORA and Chimaira. Its success paved the way for extensive U.S. tours with acts such as Bleeding Through and Dillinger Escape Plan and earned them a spot on the 2004 Ozzfest lineup.

Undecided Records reissued their debut EP in 2004 featuring remastered sound quality and refreshed artwork.

While preparing their third album Gutter Phenomenon, bassist Micciche departed in 2005. Kevin Falk from Between The Buried and Me briefly filled the role before Chris Byrnes of NORA took over shortly after the album’s release on August 23 via Ferret Records. Byrnes exited following Warped Tour 2006; he was succeeded by Keller Harbin from The Chariot. Subsequently, the band joined the World Championship Tour alongside Atreyu, From First to Last, and Chiodos.

On October 30, 2006, Every Time I Die released their inaugural DVD titled "Shit Happens," which included home footage, tour clips, and live performances.

The Big Dirty and New Junk Aesthetic (2007–2011)

In February 2007, Keith Buckley disclosed that the group was in the process of composing their fourth studio album in North Tonawanda, New York. On April 24, 2007, the band revealed that The Big Dirty would be released on September 4. During June, they toured alongside Norma Jean and made the single "Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Battery" available on streaming services. After the album's launch, Josh Newton took over bass duties from Harbin, and the band embarked on tours with Underoath, Poison The Well, and Maylene and The Sons Of Disaster. They also performed "We'rewolf" on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live! during Halloween 2007.

Between January and February 2008, Every Time I Die toured with Killswitch Engage, The Dillinger Escape Plan, and Parkway Drive. They led the lineup for the Take Action Tour, sharing the stage with bands such as From First to Last and August Burns Red, and took part in the complete 2008 Warped Tour. In July 2008, Keith Buckley announced that the band had completed their contract with Ferret Records and were seeking a new record label. By February 2009, they had signed with Epitaph Records and were planning to enter the studio for their fifth album.

During a UK tour in 2009 with Gallows, they introduced the track "Buffalo 666". In June of that year, drummer Mike "Ratboy" Novak departed due to personal issues, with Ryan "Legs" Leger stepping in as his replacement in August. Their album New Junk Aesthetic was released on September 15, 2009. Later that year, the band supported headliners Killswitch Engage and In Flames on the European leg of the Taste of Chaos tour.

In 2010, Every Time I Die headlined Australia's Boys of Summer Tour, featuring support from local acts including 50 Lions and House vs. Hurricane, performing across major Australian cities.

On October 12, 2011, Josh Newton announced his exit from the band; Stephen Micciche took over bass responsibilities for the remainder of the tour. On December 12, it was confirmed that Every Time I Die would participate in all dates of the 2012 Warped Tour.

Ex Lives and From Parts Unknown (2012–2015)

In January 2012, Every Time I Die unveiled the music video for "Underwater Bimbos from Outer Space," a track from their album Ex Lives, which was released on March 6, 2012. On February 23, they followed up with a second single and video for "Revival Mode." To promote Ex Lives, they toured with The Devil Wears Prada, Oh, Sleeper, and Letlive.

On October 15, 2013, it was announced that Every Time I Die would support A Day to Remember during their European Tour in 2014.

In early 2014, production began on their seventh studio album From Parts Unknown with producer Kurt Ballou. Released on July 8, 2014, it reached No. 22 on the Billboard 200, becoming their second album to enter the top 30. The band performed at the Vans Warped Tour's twentieth anniversary edition and toured Canada alongside Expire and Counterparts. Subsequently, they co-headlined a winter tour with The Ghost Inside, supported by Architects, Backtrack, and Hundredth.

In February 2015, drummer Ryan Leger left the group and was succeeded by Daniel Davison, previously associated with Norma Jean and Underoath. On March 29, Every Time I Die announced an exclusive Record Store Day EP titled Salem.

Low Teens and Radical Era (2015–2021)

In December 2015, while touring alongside August Burns Red, lead vocalist Keith Buckley departed due to a critical emergency involving his pregnant wife. During this challenging time, Buckley composed the majority of the lyrics for their upcoming album.

On September 23, 2016, Every Time I Die unveiled Low Teens, which was met with widespread critical praise. Over the following two years, they toured extensively with bands such as Knocked Loose, Harm's Way, Fall Out Boy, Taking Back Sunday, '68, Motionless In White, Turnstile, and also collaborated on tour with rapper Machine Gun Kelly in support of the release.

Daniel Davison exited the band in September 2017 due to fatigue from touring, and Clayton "Goose" Holyoak of Fear Before The March Of Flames was brought in as his replacement. Holyoak had previously succeeded Davison in Norma Jean, where he was later replaced by former Every Time I Die drummer Ryan Leger.

On June 21, 2018, Every Time I Die took part in the final Vans Warped Tour. Later that year in October, they announced a concluding tour for Low Teens featuring Turnstile, Angel Du$t, and Vein.fm before pausing to focus on writing their ninth studio album. On December 15, 2018, the city of Buffalo honored the band by establishing an annual holiday recognizing their musical contributions and local advocacy.

By September 9, 2019, the group confirmed that work on their ninth album was underway. Recording sessions commenced following their January 2020 UK and European tour supporting While She Sleeps. The album was completed prior to the escalation of the COVID-19 pandemic but its release was postponed until live touring could resume.

On December 8, 2020, Every Time I Die debuted two tracks—"A Colossal Wreck" and "Desperate Pleasures"—in anticipation of a December livestream event that replaced their traditional Tid the Season concert. A third song titled "AWOL" was distributed via email to ticket holders and made available on streaming platforms by February 1, 2021.

The single "Post-Boredom" was released on August 17, 2021, announcing their album Radical, which launched on October 22 through Epitaph Records. This record ultimately became their final studio effort. The band hosted a pop-up performance in Buffalo on August 26 and appeared at The Ghost Inside’s east coast comeback show on August 28 where they premiered "Post-Boredom". The Radical Tour kicked off on November 4 with support from Candy and '68.

On December 4, 2021, Keith Buckley disclosed that he would be stepping back from band activities to prioritize his mental health. Initially, the remaining members intended to fulfill three scheduled late-2021 shows without him; however, these were canceled due to COVID-19 complications. Nevertheless, the full lineup reunited for the TID The Season event in December 2021.

Disbandment and Subsequent Projects (2022–present)

In January 2022, shortly after canceling a UK tour, Jordan Buckley, Andy Williams, Stephen Micciche, and Clayton Holyoak publicly confirmed the dissolution of Every Time I Die. Over the following weeks, members issued differing statements regarding the split. The four departing musicians hinted at potential future collaborations. Meanwhile, Keith Buckley embarked on a six-date spoken word UK tour titled An Evening With Keith Buckley in February 2022.

In April 2023, Jordan Buckley, Micciche, and Holyoak formed a new group called Better Lovers alongside Fit for an Autopsy guitarist Will Putney and former Dillinger Escape Plan frontman Greg Puciato. Their first single "30 under 13" was released on April 17, followed by their EP God Made Me an Animal, which came out on July 7 via Sharptone Records. On October 9, 2023, Keith Buckley announced a new project named Many Eyes with Charlie and Nick Bellmore (known from Kingdom of Sorrow). Their debut single "Revelation" was issued the subsequent week as the lead track from their album The Light Age, produced by Jamey Jasta and scheduled for release on September 6, 2024 through Jasta’s label Perseverance Records.

Musical style

Every Time I Die is primarily identified with genres such as metalcore, hardcore punk, and post-hardcore. Originating as a hardcore outfit, their sound soon embraced significant elements from heavy metal and rock. Their 2003 release, Hot Damn!, is often hailed as a transformative moment for the metalcore genre, earning them recognition as "metalcore legends." According to AllMusic, their metalcore approach blends components of alternative metal, Southern metal, and screamo. Their body of work also ventures into styles like mathcore and sludge metal. Frontman Keith Buckley has highlighted the band's mutual admiration for the raw and poetic qualities of Southern rock, which strongly influences their music. Their overall sound is complex and disorderly, featuring lyrics that are deliberately eccentric, sarcastic, and sardonic in tone.

Legacy

After disbanding in 2022, Every Time I Die received commendations from fellow musicians including members of Underoath, Stray From the Path, Knocked Loose, Against Me!, and We Came As Romans. These peers acknowledged the band’s significant musical contributions, their deep rapport with fans, and their dedication to fostering new talent.

Band members

Final lineup

  • Keith Buckley – lead vocals (1998–2022)
  • Jordan Buckley – lead guitar (1998–2022), bass guitar (2006–2007)
  • Andy Williams – rhythm guitar (1998–2022), bass guitar (2006–2007)
  • Stephen Micciche – bass guitar (2001–2005, 2011–2022)
  • Clayton "Goose" Holyoak – drums (2017–2022)

Former members

  • John McCarthy – bass guitar (1998–1999)
  • Aaron Ratajczak – bass guitar (1999–2001)
  • Kevin Falk – bass guitar (2005)
  • Chris Byrnes – bass guitar (2005–2006)
  • Mike "Ratboy" Novak – drums (1998–2009)
  • Josh Newton – bass guitar (2007–2011)
  • Ryan "Leg$" Leger – drums (2009–2015)
  • Daniel Davison – drums (2015–2017)

Touring musicians

  • Keller Harbin – bass guitar (2006–2007)

Discography

Alternative Press Music Awards

! |- ! scope="row" rowspan="2" |2015 | From Parts Unknown | Album of the Year | | rowspan="2" style="text-align:center;"| |- | Jordan Buckley | Best Guitarist | |- ! scope="row" rowspan="3" |2017 | Jordan Buckley | Best Guitarist | | rowspan="3" style="text-align:center;"| |- | Keith Buckley | Best Vocalist | |- | Low Teens | Album of the Year | |}

Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards

! |- !scope="row"| 2008 | Every Time I Die | Breakthrough Artist | | style="text-align:center;"| |}

SXSW Film Festival Recognition

Year Work Category Result
2018 "Map Change" SXSW Music Video Selections

Governmental Recognitions

Country, Year, and Award
Country Year Award References
United States 2019 Induction into the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame [1][2]

External links

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