Killswitch Engage sells over 37,000 copies

So is the difference between new Killswitch and Linkin Park.

It's all the same general idea though.

Its no secret -- most bands survive financially on touring. Only the elite of the elite are making money off of record sales.

Most bands don't survive financially period.

my point is.. NO.

you dont get into a major retailer by word of mouth. it takes marketing people to help you do that.

i'm not making a judgement, i'm just saying its more than "word of mouth."

all bands rely on word of mouth at one point.

[Edited on May 20, 2004 by contrast]

I am quite liking their new album. It debuted at number 37 here on the ARIA charts. Impressive if I do say so much self. KsE have more of a hardcore than metal image here so yeah...