Former UNEARTH and AS I LAY DYING guitarist Ken Susi has officially joined ALL THAT REMAINS as the replacement for Jason Richardson. In a recent interview, Susi revealed how he ended up joining the band. He called guitarist Mike Martin to ask about his upcoming tour and, to his surprise, was offered the opportunity to fill in for him. Susi had a history with the band, having met Mike, Oli Herbert, and Phil Labonte in the late '90s. He expressed his excitement about the opportunity, stating that he was honored to join the band and step in for his late friend, Oli Herbert. Susi's connection to the band and his musical abilities made him a strong candidate for the role. During the interview, Susi mentioned that he had been writing a lot of music while learning the ALL THAT REMAINS material. He shared his emotional state, having recently become a father and dealing with his father's illness. This personal turmoil fueled his creativity, and he approached the band with his ideas. The band was receptive to his contributions, and Susi's passion and skills were recognized. He was invited to join the band permanently, and he accepted with gratitude. Susi's addition to ALL THAT REMAINS has been well-received by the band and their fans. He expressed his appreciation for the positive response and the opportunity to play with a band he deeply respects. The band's recent tour and album releases have been successful, and Susi's contribution has been an integral part of their continued success.
