* Howard Jones: the former Killswitch Engage and Blood Has Been Shed frontman, who garnered two gold records and a grammy nomination during his decade-long tenure with the Massachusetts band.
* Francesco Artusato: celebrated solo artist and guitarist with The Francesco Artusato Project and All Shall Perish.
* John Sankey: drummer for the Australian band Devolved, who has also worked with Fear Factory and Divine Heresy.
The sum total of the three has come together as Devil You Know yielding a sound as singular as it is unforgettable.
Devil You Know was born out of Artusato and Sankey’s creative quest to stretch beyond their extreme metal backgrounds. The two had written over a dozen songs before even attempting to lock down a singer. “We were unsure if Howard would be interested,” says Sankey.” Yet, when Killswitch Engage’s former frontman received the material, a creative ideal began to solidify.
Finally connecting in Los Angeles during the last months of 2012, a highly distinctive sound began to become apparent. “It turned from bare-bones musical ideas into something that surpassed any of our expectations” says Jones. “It went from something we thought was going to be a fun, heavy project into something very real.” It was during a recording session at the start of 2013 with producer and former Machine Head guitarist Logan Mader (Gojira, Five Finger Death Punch) that Devil You Know’s ideas began to alchemize into something none of the bands members would ever expect. “It became a departure from what I’m known for,” says Artusato. “I wasn’t focusing on technical guitar parts (even though I still love that aspect of writing) but simply on writing what felt best for each individual song.”
“World class vocalists like Howard Jones are the rarest commodity in metal music these days,” says Nuclear Blast Entertainment’s Monte Conner, whose recent NBE signings include European superstars Within Temptation as well as the hotly contested inking of Machine Head. “Howard has a tonality and richness to his voice that very few singers have. The band’s initial demos got me very excited but sometimes you strike gold. Devil You Know just made an incredible record that is going to surpass all expectations. The vocals are everything fans have come to expect from Howard but at the same time there is a depth, dimension and variety to his singing that shows incredible growth and elevates him in every way. Add to that world-class musical talents like Francesco Artusato and John Sankey both as players and songwriters. This is ground zero of something really exciting!”.
“I had worked with Monte before I left Killswitch and have long known and respected him, says Jones of the former Roadrunner Records A&R chief. “He has a vision for both music and business that is second to none and made it an easy choice when it came to signing to the label. Monte and the Nuclear Blast staff understand who we are, what we have individually accomplished and where we are going as a band.”
While the finishing touches are being put on Devil You Know’s debut album, the writing and recording process: “Was surprisingly easy,” states Artusato. “When we get together it just works.” The band is also quick to sum up the studio vibe with producer Mader as: “Intensely creative,” says Sankey. “Logan definitely helped us realize and define the Devil You Know sound.” Jones agrees: “He went from producer to unsung member to friend.”
“It’s a different style of music for me,” says Jones of Devil You Know. “It’s heavy as anything any of us are known for but I get to do some different things people won’t expect. I’ve been singing almost all my life. Being around good songwriters and musicians in my former bands really helped mold me into who I am now.”
Devil You Know’s Nuclear Blast Entertainment debut is currently slated for an early 2014 release with international touring plans and a full touring lineup to be announced shortly.
Current members:
Howard Jones- Vocals (since 2012)
Francesco Artusato- guitar (since 2012)
John Sankey- Drums (since 2012)
Ryan Wombacher- Bass, back vocals (since 2013)
Former members:
Roy Lev-Ari – guitar (2013–2015)
Discohraphy:
The Beauty of Destruction (2014)
They Bleed Red (2015)
Eye Of The Tiger
Devil You Know Lyrics
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Did my time, took my chances
Went the distance
Now I'm back on my feet
Just a man and his will to survive
So many times, it happens too fast
You trade your passion for glory
You must fight just to keep them alive
It's the eye of the tiger
It's the thrill of the fight
Risin' up to the challenge
Of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he's watching us all with the
Eye of the tiger
Face to face, out in the heat
Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry
They stack the odds
Still we take to the street
For the kill with the skill to survive
It's the eye of the tiger
It's the thrill of the fight
Risin' up to the challenge
Of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he's watching us all with the
Eye of the tiger
Risin' up straight to the top
Had the guts, got the glory
Went the distance
Now I'm not gonna stop
Just a man and his will to survive
It's the eye of the tiger
It's the thrill of the fight
Risin' up to the challenge
Of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he's watching us all with the
Eye of the tiger
The eye of the tiger
The eye of the tiger
The eye of the tiger
The eye of the tiger
"Eye of the Tiger" is a song by the rock band Survivor, released in 1982. It was written specifically for the movie "Rocky III" and was intended to be a theme song for the character Apollo Creed. However, the song was instead used as the theme song for the movie's main character, Rocky Balboa. The song opens with the line "Risin' up, back on the street," which refers to Rocky's return to the world of boxing after he retires and decides to fight again.
The lyrics tell the story of a fighter who has faced challenges and setbacks but has never given up. The chorus, "It's the eye of the tiger, it's the thrill of the fight, risin' up to the challenge of our rival," speaks to the fighter's strength and determination. The line "Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past, you must fight just to keep them alive" is a reminder to stay focused on what you want and work hard to achieve it.
The song has become an anthem for athletes and fighters around the world, and its catchy chorus and powerful lyrics continue to inspire people to this day. It has been featured in many movies, TV shows, and commercials and is considered one of the most iconic songs of the 80s.
Line by Line Meaning
Risin' up, back on the street
After experiencing a tough time, the singer is determined to overcome the situation and better himself.
Did my time, took my chances
Having experienced difficult times, the singer took the opportunity to push himself to the limit, despite the risks.
Went the distance
The singer pursued his goals by giving it his all, no matter how challenging the situation was.
Now I'm back on my feet
Through perseverance and resilience, the singer has overcome hardship and has regained his confidence and strength.
Just a man and his will to survive
The singer is empowered by his determination to keep going and succeed in the face of adversity.
So many times, it happens too fast
Life can move quickly and unexpectedly, often leading to missed opportunities and regret.
You trade your passion for glory
In pursuit of success, it's easy to lose sight of one's true passions and values, and exchange them for the fleeting rewards of fame and fortune.
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
It's important to hold onto the goals and aspirations that have driven you in the past, and not let go of them in the pursuit of new dreams.
You must fight just to keep them alive
Achieving one's goals requires a constant battle to persevere and overcome obstacles.
It's the eye of the tiger
The intense focus and drive required to succeed, symbolized by the 'eye of the tiger'.
It's the thrill of the fight
The excitement and sense of accomplishment that comes from overcoming challenges and achieving success.
Risin' up to the challenge
Confronting adversity and taking on difficult tasks with determination and grit.
Of our rival
Facing competition and proving oneself against others.
And the last known survivor
The singer portrays himself as a survivor, who has overcome adversity and stands as the last one standing.
Stalks his prey in the night
The singer views his challenges as opportunities to hunt down and conquer his goals, even in the darkest hours.
And he's watching us all with the
The singer portrays himself as a powerful force, watching over and motivated by the challenges and competition around him.
Eye of the tiger
The intense focus, determination, and drive required to succeed.
Face to face, out in the heat
The singer is faced with his competition and adversity, out in the open and in the most heated moments.
Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry
The singer is determined to persevere, stay strong, and remain driven to achieve his goals.
They stack the odds
The singer faces difficult conditions and obstacles, stacked against him in his pursuit of success.
Still we take to the street
Despite the odds, the singer and his team still take on the competition head on.
For the kill with the skill to survive
The singer and his team aim to come out on top by using their abilities and strategies to overcome the competition, displaying their survival skills.
Risin' up straight to the top
The singer is ascending, overcoming all obstacles and performing at the highest level.
Had the guts, got the glory
The singer took risks to achieve success, and as a result, earned the rewards and recognition they worked for.
Now I'm not gonna stop
The singer is determined to continue pushing further, achieving more, and reaching new heights.
The eye of the tiger
The intense focus, determination, and drive required to succeed.
The eye of the tiger
Symbolizing the strength and determination needed to succeed under any circumstances.
The eye of the tiger
The intense focus and determination key to winning the fight and succeeding in difficult circumstances.
The eye of the tiger
The unstoppable force of determination and drive, powering the singer's pursuit of success.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Frank Sullivan, Jim Peterik
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
João Gigante Locução
Howard Jones... you were blessed with an amazing gift-voice. Gratz to all the band.
Morsmalleo
This is literally the first time I've ever heard this song in years, once by the original band, and now by Devil You Know/Light The Torch! glad I've heard Howard Sing it the second time in my life 😊
omott
I wish I could sing like Howard. Jesus Christ, hands down best voice in metal x
Mr. Pilgrim
I'd really like to have him collaborating with Corey Taylor.
Brandon Lytle
@Mr. Pilgrim oh YES!!..PLZ!!
Bam Bam
Firstly, thank you DYK for taking the time to make a wicked cover. I appreciate it.
I was so excited to see this in my sub feed, but then the vocals kick in. I love Howard's voice. I love KSE. I love DYK, but something is literally WRONG with the mix. Maybe time constraints or an uploading corruption, but I know they are capable of a way better quality vocal track than this.
Pablo Lopes
cmon guys, howard has a great voice, awesome.
Scruffy Official
One of the best Covers i heard in a long Time 🤘🔥
Ces OCampo
Great cover by great band, I expected no screaming in these but still awesome men!
Cody T
i wasn't a fan of this before i saw them live, now i realize this took nuts to cover and he killed it.