LIVEKILL TOUR WITH ARMORED SAINT AND METAL CHURCH ON THE METAL SAINT TOUR 2026 WHILE UNLEASHING NEW SINGLE “WE ARE YOU”
Florida Heavy Metal Outfit Combines a Powerful Touring Run With a Dark, Horror-Inspired New Single Ahead of 2027 Album Evil Ecstasy
Florida heavy metal outfit LiveKill are bringing their high-energy metal assault to stages across North America as part of The Metal Saint Tour 2026, appearing alongside legendary heavy metal acts Armored Saint and Metal Church. Coinciding with the band's touring activity, LiveKill have also released their new single, “We Are You,” on October 2, 2026, offering listeners a dark and thought-provoking glimpse into the band's forthcoming full-length album, Evil Ecstasy, expected in 2027.
With a combination of crushing heavy metal, bold arrangements, and a production approach designed to make an impact, LiveKill are determined to carry Florida's legendary metal legacy forward while carving out their own place in the genre.
NEW SINGLE “WE ARE YOU” EXPLORES THE DARKER SIDE OF HUMAN TRANSFORMATION
Inspired by the disturbing horror story The Russian Sleep Experiment, “We Are You” takes a chilling fictional premise and transforms it into a deeper exploration of identity, personal struggles, and the experiences that shape who we ultimately become.
Guitarist and producer John Snell found a powerful metaphor within the story's premise of experimental gas and prolonged sleep deprivation, using it as the foundation for the song's conceptual direction.
"After reading the short story 'The Russian Sleep Experiment,' I immediately knew it would be a major influence on the writing behind this song," explained Snell. "Although the original story is based on the idea of breathing in a gas designed to keep people awake to see how they respond to prolonged sleep deprivation, I see it as a metaphor for life. We begin as one state of mind, and through the experiences and struggles of life, we are gradually changed into who we are today. Even though we are still the same person, in many ways, we are not."
The song's central statement takes on an even deeper meaning as the original story reaches its climax.
"That's what makes the climax of the story, 'We are you,' such a revealing statement," Snell continued. "To me, it represents the realization that the journey we experience throughout life ultimately shapes who we become."
DARK VISIONS: THE STORY BEHIND THE ARTWORK
The visual identity of “We Are You” was developed by LiveKill vocalist James Hawkins, who created the single's cover artwork using the same horror-inspired source material that influenced the music.
"John had such a great idea for this song," said Hawkins. "When I watched the video about The Russian Sleep Experiment, I immediately started getting a lot of ideas. When I began sketching and developing the concept, I wanted to create a medieval oil-painting feel - people trapped inside a dark, old castle, completely deprived of life, looking upward for answers. I really love how the artwork came together and how it captures the essence and atmosphere of the song."
The resulting artwork captures the unsettling atmosphere of the track, portraying isolation, desperation, and the psychological darkness at the heart of its inspiration.
LIVEKILL CURRENTLY ON THE ROAD WITH ARMORED SAINT AND METAL CHURCH
LiveKill are currently bringing their high-energy heavy metal assault to stages across North America as part of The Metal Saint Tour 2026, joining legendary heavy metal acts Armored Saint and Metal Church for an extensive touring run.
The tour kicked off in October and continues through November 21, taking the Florida heavy metal outfit across the United States and into Canada, with stops in major markets including Phoenix, Denver, Portland, Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego.
With the band delivering their music to audiences alongside two established names in heavy metal, LiveKill are making the most of this opportunity to introduce themselves to new audiences while continuing to build momentum behind their latest single, “We Are You.”
THE METAL SAINT TOUR 2026 DATES
October 3 – The Banyan Live – West Palm Beach, FL
November 2 – Coach House – San Juan Capistrano, CA
November 3 – The Glass House – Pomona, CA
November 4 – The Nile – Phoenix, AZ
November 6 – Sunshine Theater – Albuquerque, NM
November 7 – Sunshine Studios – Colorado Springs, CO
November 8 – The Federal – Denver, CO
November 10 – Neurolux – Boise, ID
November 11 – The Newberry – Great Falls, MT
November 13 – Dantes – Portland, OR
November 14 – Redwood Theater – Bremerton, WA
November 15 – Rickshaw Theater – Vancouver, BC
November 17 – Great American Music Hall – San Francisco, CA
November 18 – Goldfield Trading Post – Roseville, CA
November 19 – Whisky A Go Go – Los Angeles, CA
November 20 – Observatory North – San Diego, CA
November 21 – Canyon Club – Agoura Hills, CA
LOOKING AHEAD: EVIL ECSTASY ARRIVES IN 2027
For LiveKill, “We Are You” is part of a larger creative journey. The band has additional singles and media planned for the coming months as they build toward the release of their forthcoming full-length album, Evil Ecstasy, currently slated for 2027.
A high-energy heavy metal band hailing from Florida, LiveKill are determined to stand out as part of the state's legendary metal legacy. Combining a bold approach to arrangement and production with a powerful live show, the band's mission is not simply to keep the flame of Florida metal burning, but to evolve it into something more: an experience that connects with audiences on stage, in the studio, and beyond.
LISTEN TO “WE ARE YOU” & CONNECT WITH LIVEKILL
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