Kylesa

About

Kylesa is an American sludge metal band from Savannah, Georgia, active since 2001. Built around the dual guitar-and-vocal axis of Phillip Cope and Laura Pleasants, the band blended drop-tuned riffs, psychedelic textures and a distinctive two-drummer setup into a sound that earned them critical recognition across seven studio albums. After going on indefinite hiatus in April 2016, they announced a full reunion in August 2024, returning to live performance in 2025 to mark their 25th anniversary.

7

Studio albums released (2001-2015)

75,000+

Albums sold (as of 2010)

15

Years active before 2016 hiatus

What's new

2025-12
Kylesa confirmed for SonicBlast Fest 2026 (August 6-8, Âncora, Portugal) alongside High On Fire, Deafheaven and Chat Pile.
2025-03
Kylesa announced their 2025 reunion lineup, adding drummer Roy Mayorga (Ministry, Stone Sour) and bassist John John Jesse.
2024-12
Kylesa added four European club dates to their 2025 reunion itinerary: Aalborg, Athens, Berlin and London.
2024-08
Kylesa officially announced their reunion, ending an eight-year hiatus with a first show at Roadburn Festival 2025 in Tilburg, Netherlands.