Killswitch Engage - Atonement (2024 Reissue, Swamp Green Marbled Vinyl) LP

Killswitch Engage - Atonement (2024 Reissue, Swamp Green Marbled Vinyl) LP

With Atonement, Killswitch Engage reaffirm their status as one of the most influential and enduring forces in modern metalcore. Originally released in 2019, the album captures the band in a moment of renewed intensity, balancing their unmistakable melodic sensibility with sharpened aggression and a mature, reflective lyrical outlook.

Recorded with longtime producer Adam Dutkiewicz, Atonement showcases everything that has defined Killswitch Engage for over two decades: crushing riffs, razor-sharp rhythms, soaring clean choruses and Jesse Leach’s unmistakably passionate vocal delivery. The album feels both urgent and timeless, bridging the band’s classic sound with a modern edge.

Tracks like “Unleashed,” “I Am Broken Too” and “The Signal Fire” (featuring Howard Jones) highlight the album’s dynamic range, from blistering heaviness to emotionally charged, anthemic moments. Lyrically, Atonement explores themes of accountability, healing, resilience and unity, making it one of the band’s most personal and socially conscious releases to date.

Sonically, the album thrives on contrast. Massive, palm-muted riffs collide with uplifting melodies, while tight, groove-driven drumming keeps everything grounded and powerful. The production is punchy and clear, allowing every element to hit hard without sacrificing warmth or emotional depth.

This 2024 reissue presents Atonement on Swamp Green Marbled Vinyl, adding a striking visual identity that perfectly complements the album’s earthy, grounded tone. It’s an essential release for longtime fans and a perfect entry point for newcomers exploring the roots and evolution of modern metalcore.

Why You’ll Love This Album

• You’re a fan of classic and modern metalcore

• You appreciate heavy riffs balanced with emotional melodies

• You collect limited and visually striking vinyl pressings

Sound & Aesthetics Highlights

• Sound & Production:

  • Clean, punchy modern metalcore production

  • Heavy riffs paired with massive melodic hooks

• Musical Characteristics:

  • Melodic metalcore with hardcore roots

  • Anthemic choruses and aggressive breakdowns

  • Emotional depth without sacrificing heaviness

• Atmosphere & Mood:

  • Empowering, intense and reflective

  • Balances aggression with hope and resilience

  • Designed for both pit energy and personal connection

• Aesthetic & Presentation:

  • Swamp Green Marbled Vinyl for a unique, earthy look

  • Modern yet classic Killswitch Engage visual identity

  • Strong collector appeal

• For Fans Of:

  • As I Lay Dying

  • Trivium

  • Parkway Drive

Product Details

• Artist: Killswitch Engage

• Title: Atonement

• Format: 2024 Reissue Swamp Green Marbled Vinyl LP

• Genre: Metalcore / Melodic Metalcore

• Label: Metal Blade

Manufacturer information

Metal Blade CEDC
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73049 Eislingen
Germany

E-mail: peter@metalblade.de