Allagaeon has just completed over a month’s worth of touring with their label mates Act of Defiance, which included Riley McShane as vocal for the first full tour with the band. Since returning home, the band has announced McShane as their new permanent vocalist.

McShane joins the band just in time for them to work on their new album. Guitarist Greg Burgess comments: “We are extremely excited to officially announce Riley McShane as the permanent vocalist of Allegaeon. For those who have come to see us on the last two tours, I’m sure this will come as no surprise; his past work with Son Of Aurelius, Inanimate Existence, and Continuum speaks loudly as to who the man is as a musician and what kind of weapons he brings to the band. As a long time friend, and being a huge fan of his vocal abilities, this is very exciting for us. New blood is always a great catalyst for creativity, and to bring in a musician of his caliber has been nothing short of awesome. Not only has he been a perfect fit for the group personality-wise, but has also provided us with an array of new vocal techniques to use at our disposal. So, Riley, welcome! All Hail Science!”

The band parted ways with their former vocalist of seven years, Ezra Haynes, a few months ago. The news was announced on the bands Facebook page when Haynes wrote that he has “some things that require my full undivided attention.” It didn’t look like there was any bad blood between the members when Haynes wished everyone well.