Metal Sludge — KIX are calling it quits.

After more than 40 years the Baltimore based KIX have decided to throw in the towel.

KIX first formed in the late 1970’s and a few years later signed with Atlantic Records releasing their self-titled debut in 1981.

The band have remained a crowd favorite with a die-hard underground following that has helped them tour throughout the United States and beyond for decades.

As of tonight May 7th, the band’s singer Steve Whiteman has just told the M3 Rock-Fest crowd during the band’s headlining set that they are retiring this fall.

“KIX… The Final Show” as it’s being billed will take place on Sunday September 17th 2023 at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia Maryland.

KIX have released 7 studios albums, 2 live albums and 3 compilations over their career along with making various guest appearances.

There is no official statement from the band as of this posting but once available we’ll be sure to share it with you.

Bravo KIX… you have nothing left to prove.

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