Raging Speedhorn

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Raging Speedhorn is a British metal band from Corby in Northamptonshire.

Speedhorn was formed in 1998 from the merging of the bands Soulcellar and Box. Through a 'frightening' stage presence and heavy re-working of riffs reminiscent of early Black Sabbath the band quickly established itself as a major presence within the UK's heavy metal scene.

Raging Speedhorn features two vocalists; both screaming constantly, though the experienced listener can reputedly hear that they sound different.

The band's first single "Thumper" (produced by industrial veteran Marc Heal) was released in 2000 to immediate critical acclaim. In 2001 they charted in the UK singles chart with "The Gush".

Since then the band have become internationally recognised and have worked with bands such as Biohazard and Ministry. Despite a number of recent line-up changes, including the replacement of frontman Frank Regan with Bloody Kev, Raging Speedhorn show no signs of quitting just yet.

[edit] Line up

Jon Loughlin - vocals
Bloody Kev - vocals
Gareth Smith - guitar
Jay Thompson - guitar
Dave Thompson - bass
Gordon Morison - drums

Tony Loughlin left the band and was replaced by Jamie Thompson (formerly of Defenestration). Frank Regan left the bands in June 2005. Bloody Kev has now replaced Regan's vocal position. Darren Smith has also left the band, with Jamie's brother Dave Thompson the new bass guitarist.