Every Time I Die have sadly called it quits. Last night (17th), Jordan Buckley broke the news on Twitter with the following statement:
“Andy, Jordan, Steve and Goose‘s last show with Every Time I Die was on Dec 11, 2021. While we hoped to come to an agreed upon legal statement that outlined the truth, we were informed today of something planned to be released not mutually agreed upon that consists of inaccuracies and controls a narrative to benefit one.
There has been no direct communication with Keith, because it’s either impossible for direct communication with him solely or we’ve been cut off to any and all communication by him himself. Every Time I Die was these 5 members, and we were never budging or accepting any chances. Simply, there is zero truth about the band continuing on with a new singer.
Lastly, we wouldn’t be where we are today without every single person that’s back the band in any & all ways. While we’re extremely disappointed in how this was played out online in front of you, your support and the memories we have because of you all will always be cherished.
See you soon.
Forever grateful,
Andy, Jordan, Steve & Goose“
— jordan buckley (@JordanETID) January 17, 2022
Vocalist Keith Buckley responded to the statement by his brother and fellow bandmates, sharing the below legal notice sent to him by a firm represented by other members issued in December 2021:
— keith buckley (@deathoftheparty) January 18, 2022
Bassist Steve Micciche responded to Buckley’s Tweet with the following thread:
Where does that say “you’re fired?”
Man, this is sad. pic.twitter.com/NzpL75faA8— Steve Micciche (@MitchBHavin) January 18, 2022
Four people are handling it maturely and legally. I didn’t send out that confidential document. Did you miss the “while we hope to resolve this situation amicably”?
— Steve Micciche (@MitchBHavin) January 18, 2022
No. It’s to protect 4 other parties in the band.
— Steve Micciche (@MitchBHavin) January 18, 2022
Your guess is as good as mine.
— Steve Micciche (@MitchBHavin) January 18, 2022
It’s unfortunately and sadly too late for that
— Steve Micciche (@MitchBHavin) January 18, 2022
Jordan Buckley later revealed his future plans with his bandmates aside from his brother:
That was sent to let him know we’d left, and that if he wanted to replace us and continue on like we’d been hearing, we were more ok with it, we just wanted it done professionally and legally. It’s actually quite smart. But I understand that people will believe whatever they want
— jordan buckley (@JordanETID) January 18, 2022
That’s the plan. I hope I never stop getting in a room with these 3 to write rippers
— jordan buckley (@JordanETID) January 18, 2022
I’ve never asked anyone to pick a side, nor will I. The pitting of fans against each other played a huge factor in my decision. So this is just 4 people doing what is best for them. Maybe one day we’ll tell our side of the story, but we’re still grieving. It’s only been a month.
— jordan buckley (@JordanETID) January 18, 2022
There is no replacing Keith which is exactly why we never even gave it a thought. Tremendous talent. Very gifted. I’m glad I saw this tweet because I really think you understand how creativity isn’t something you can just turn off ❤️
— jordan buckley (@JordanETID) January 18, 2022
You’re absolutely right, it should not have ended like this.
— jordan buckley (@JordanETID) January 18, 2022
To add more salt to the wounds, it appears Every Time I Die have since deleted their Twitter and Instagram accounts.
Underoath, who were planning on touring with the group along with Spiritbox next month have addressed ETID’s split and will confirm their new supporting act on Monday:
— Underoath (@UnderoathBand) January 18, 2022
Issues surrounding the group went public last month despite the band making it for their annual ‘Tid’ The Season performance in their hometown, Buffalo, NY. Keith Buckley issued a statement around this time addressing a needed break to prioritize on his mental health:
caring for my own mental health has taken priority over EVERYTHING else in my life. the Love it has brought to everything I do has been clear to everyone that has seen me and I value my progress way too much to allow a setback. I am taking a hiatus from ETID to prepare for TTS
— keith buckley (@deathoftheparty) December 3, 2021
Every Time I Die released one of the best albums of 2021 with Radical, just two months before the public turmoil, in October via Epitaph Records. The record has landed on several year-end lists, also made it to Metal Insider’s combined best 2021 albums list at #2. ETID have also been listed (more than once) on Metal Insider’s Top 225 albums of the decade (2010-2019).
Members of the metal community have responded to the band’s breakup:
This video is the most special thing we got to make in the bedroom cover era 🖤 https://t.co/0ZIq1XIOXu
— Two Minutes To Late Night (@2M2LN) January 18, 2022
EVERY TIME I DIE. What a career! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
— james hart (@JamesHartagram) January 18, 2022
So sad to see what’s happening with Every Time I Die. Such good dudes and such a legendary band #ETID
— Brian Slagel (@brianslagel) January 18, 2022
Every Time I Die at the Pageant in St. Louis, 2008. I still remember the incredible energy of this show, ending with Jordan Buckley jumping into pit at the finale. pic.twitter.com/zIP3zaGqTj
— Todd Owyoung (@toddowyoung) January 18, 2022
RIP Every Time I Die.
You brought us great music and memories.
Thank you 🙏 https://t.co/wZ0zUN48v0
— Buffalo Eats (@BuffaloEats) January 17, 2022
Can’t express the importance of this band. It was a blessing to see them play night after night at this angle. I could never dream of it while I was growing up listening to them.
Forever every time I die. Thank you <3 pic.twitter.com/tsO6jtK3bf
— Joe (@thisislijoe) January 18, 2022
The death of the party… long live every time I die. #ETID #ETIDIots @deathoftheparty. pic.twitter.com/NHjBwXoEqn
— John Lynch (@JohnLynchWTRF) January 18, 2022
Thank you Every Time I Die for taking us to Australia for the first time
For always being humble and kind to us and our crew
For being one of the sickest live bands who inspired us to always want to get better
Long live ETID =>
— THE WORD ALIVE (@TheWordAlive) January 18, 2022
Every Time I Die had that consistency that other rock bands always looked up to. The benchmark. The gold standard. Their albums transcended decades perfectly and spoke for several generations of fans at the same time. there will be a void without them 🖤 pic.twitter.com/F11egsJvKd
— Zoe London (@zoelondondj) January 18, 2022
If every time I die is done that’s a loss for the entire music world not just the heavy music scene
Very few bands as beloved as ETID this is a sad day 😔
— T E L L E (@tellesmith) January 18, 2022
