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Jesse Leach discusses mental health, touring economics, and the philosophy behind Killswitch Engage's success in the metal scene.

Send us Fan Mail Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage joined the Vulgar Display of Podcast for a conversation covering touring economics, mental health advocacy, vocal health, and the philosophy that has kept Killswitch Engage one of metal’s most respected bands for over two decades. Jesse opened up about how the post-pandemic music industry has changed touring for the band, explaining why Killswitch Engage has become far more selective with live dates, prioritizing financial sustainability and ...

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Guest: Jesse Leach

Topics covered

• mental health
• touring economics
• music industry
• metal brotherhood
• vocal health

Keywords

• mental health
• touring
• Killswitch Engage
• music industry
• vocal health
• metal

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Organizations: Killswitch Engage, Vulgar Display of Podcast

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