Arch Enemy Denies Plagiarism

Arch Enemy has denied the plagiarism accusation made by Kiko Loureiro, former guitarist of Megadeth and Angra, regarding their latest single 'To The Last Breath'. The band's manager, Angela Gossow, responded to the accusation, stating that 'any resemblance is purely coincidental'. The band has released a video showcasing the early demos of 'To The Last Breath' from 2022, which they claim proves that the song was written before Kiko Loureiro's song was released. Michael Amott, the band's guitarist and primary composer, added: 'Hello Kiko, sorry to disappoint you and your lawyer, but as you can see and hear, I already had the melody in 2022, two years before you released your song. Any resemblance is purely coincidental. Enjoy the video and good luck with your music, I'll keep not listening to it. Cheers!' Arch Enemy is set to perform in Spain on August 5, 2026, at the Jimmy Jazz venue in Vitoria-Gasteiz, and will also be one of the headlining acts at the Leyendas del Rock festival. The band's current lineup includes Lauren Hart on vocals, Michael Amott and Joey Concepcion on guitars, Sharlee D'Angelo on bass, and Daniel Erlandsson on drums. The accusation of plagiarism was first made by Kiko Loureiro on social media, where he jokingly accused Arch Enemy of copying his work. However, the band has taken the accusation seriously and has provided evidence to support their claim that the similarity is coincidental. Arch Enemy's response to the accusation has been well-received by fans, who appreciate the band's transparency and willingness to provide evidence to support their claim. The band's music has always been known for its unique sound and style, and fans are confident that the band would not engage in plagiarism.