This year’s return of Spineshank will find the industrialized nü-metal outfit band hitting the stage with an overhauled lineup. As revealed yesterday, January 30th, the group have reunited to celebrate 25 years of their 2000 sophomore album “The Height Of Callousness“. Vocalist Jonny Santos, drummer Tommy Decker and bassist/vocalist Robert Garcia will all be taking part in this comeback
Guitarist Mike Sarkisyan however will not be involved, with Tommy Decker Jr. and ex-Chimaira, etc. guitarist Jason Hager slated to tackle the guitar duties in the group. In a statement shared today, January 31st, the group collectively had the following to say of their plans:
“Yes. Hell has indeed frozen over!! Spineshank is back with a revamped lineup featuring original members Jonny Santos, Rob Garcia, and Tommy Decker, along with new recruits Tommy Decker, Jr. [guitar) and Jason Hager (ex-Chimaira – guitar) to celebrate the 25th anniversary The Height Of Callousness, and we’re excited to bring it to Louder Than Life! more big things coming! we plan on seeing as many of our fans around the world as we can! stay tuned! love you all!”
Tommy Decker:
“We are beyond excited to be able to celebrate 25 years of The Height Of Callousness. This is the record that defined us as a band and changed our lives. we can’t wait to play all of these songs and share the memories with all of you who lived it with us.”
Jonny Santos:
“We are extremely excited to celebrate the return of Spineshank for the 25th anniversary of The Height Of Callousness tour, and get to share this milestone with the people who were there back then, and the new fans that never got the chance to see us play. truly an honor!!!”
Robert Garcia:
“It’s amazing that 25 years later people still react to The Height Of Callousness the way they do. We’re excited to get out and play these songs again, see old friends, and threw down for all the new fans who never got to see Spineshank the first time around!”
Tommy Decker, Jr.:
“I’ve been on tour with these guys since I was a little kid, watching them perform every night from the side of the stage. I can’t believe it’s come full circle and I get to share the stage with my dad and the rest of the guys who I consider my family. I was 4 years old when this album came out and seeing all the fans still show love to this album is crazy!”
Jason Hager:
“I am beyond excited and honored to be a part of the return of Spineshank, for the 25th anniversary of The Height Of Callousness tour. They’re not just one of my favorite bands, but have been great friends, ever since they generously, and selflessly helped us [Chimaira) out, during our early days. I’m looking forward to seeing you all, out on the road, and excited about what the future may hold.”
Thus far the group have been confirmed for this year’s ‘Louder Than Life‘ festival, which will take place September 18th-21st at the Highland Festival grounds at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, KY. Further live stops are expected.
