Killswitch Engage have addressed rumours surrounding the recent temporary departure by vocalist Howard Jones during their current US tour and the future of the band. “It became overwhelmingly obvious to all of us around Howard that he is in no condition to be on tour right now and that he needed to get off the road and get himself better,” say the band in an official statement. “It’s a personal matter and while we understand everyone's curiosity and concern for Howard and the band, we appreciate everyone respecting Howard's privacy at this time.”