Burton C. Bell states his opinion about the new single by Fear Factory

In a recent interview with Pierre Gutiérrez of Rock Talks, former Fear Factory singer Burton C. Bell was asked what he thought of the band’s most recent single, “Roboticist,” which is the first to feature vocalist Milo Silvestro and drummer Pete Webber, as per Blabbermouth.

I have not heard it. I got no comment… I have a feeling it sounds like Fear Factory. So that’s all I’m gonna say.

Bell shared his thoughts about Silvestro’s live performance.

I’ve never seen any videos [of Fear Factory with Milo]. I don’t watch that stuff. So I have no comment. I really have no interest to. That’s the honest truth. I’ve moved on.

Bell stated that Fear Factory hired a singer who “does exactly the same work” as him, “meaning [Milo] sings the same, he dresses the same, the haircut is the same, he says, he says the exact same words, words between songs, he introduces the band the same way” and is essentially a Burton “copycat” in response to Gutiérrez’s opinion.

There’s no accounting for taste and what people like. I mean, I understand what you’re saying, and I’ve heard some rumblings from friends and stuff about what’s happening over there, but, honestly, I don’t care. I’ve heard rumblings — mumblings. But my friends, they know how I feel, so they don’t really tell me.

In honour of the 30th anniversary of the band’s “Obsolete” album, former Fear Factory singer Burton C. Bell has announced “Obsolete By Word Of Mouth,” a unique and intensely personal spoken-word event that will give listeners a chance to hear the backstory of the historic record straight from the artist whose voice, lyrics, and vision helped define it. San Diego, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas will host three special events in October. It’s not a concert. “Obsolete By Word Of Mouth” is a small-scale social experiment that revolves around the narrative of “Obsolete” as well as how it would be perceived and perpetuated.