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Eric Knutson reflects on how the grunge era derailed Flotsam and Jetsam’s sound, forcing lineup changes and commercial compromises that felt inauthentic—even if the songs still held value. He believes sticking to their roots would’ve naturally led them to their current heavy, modernized sound. With the current lineup—featuring original guitarist Michael Gilbert and drummer Ken Mary, whose songwriting elevates hooks while keeping it crushing—Knutson credits the band’s collaborative spirit for their renewed success. Everyone from writing to merch design is an equal partner, keeping egos in check and the music tight. Their new album drops August 28 via Napalm Records, timed with the 40th anniversary of their debut “Doomsday For The Deceiver,” which once earned a brutal six K from Kerrang! But don’t worry—their fire’s still blazing, as proven by recent albums like “The End Of Chaos” and “Blood In The Water.” Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7a2615f6d57a2e7c