Hope for the Dying
| Hope for the Dying | |
|---|---|
 Hope for the Dying- James Houseman, Brendan Hengle (former member), Josh Ditto, Jack Daniels | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Jonesboro, Illinois, United States |
| Genres | Progressive Metal, Metalcore, Melodic Death Metal, Christian Metal[1] |
| Years active | 2006 – present |
| Labels | Facedown Records |
| Members |
Josh Ditto James Houseman Jack Daniels |
Hope for the Dying also known as HFTD is an American Christian Metal band from Jonesboro, Illinois. The band formed in 2006 and released their first album (a self-titled EP) in April 2008,[2] the album was later repackaged and released with Strike First Records on November 25, 2008.
History
In November 2008 Hope for the Dying became the first band with an album released on the relaunched label Strike First Records,[3] an imprint label of Facedown Records. Before its retirement in 2006 Strike First Records had signed bands like War of Ages.[4]
They toured as part of Facedown Fest 2009 in April 2009[5] and have also toured independently.[2]
The group's second album, Dissimulation, was released in April 2011 by Facedown Records.[6]
The Christian faith has a profound influence in the lyrics[7] and motivation of the band.[4]
In 2013 the band has announced on their Facebook page that they will release a new album called Aletheia on March 19 on Facedown Records.[8]
Discography
| Date of Release | Title | Label |
| November 25, 2008 | Hope for the Dying (EP) | Facedown Records |
| April 26, 2011 | Dissimulation[9] | Facedown Records |
| March 19, 2013 | Aletheia | Facedown Records |
Band members
- Current members
- Josh Ditto - lead vocals, keyboards (2006–present)
- James Houseman - lead guitar, backup vocals (2006–present)
- Jack Daniels - rhythm guitar, backup vocals (2006–present)
- Former members
- James Red Cloud - bass (2006–2007, 2008)
- Brice Voyles - drums (2006–2009)
- Zach Gowen - bass (2008)
- Jacob Capps - bass (2008–September 2009)
- Jesse Fleming - drums (2009–January 2010)
- Ryan Dillon - bass (September 2009 - March 2010)
- E.J. Sugars - drums (January–March 2010)
- Chris Owens - bass (May 2010–September 2010)
- Brendan Hengle - drums, bass (studio only) (May 2010–2013)
- Session members
- Kaleb Luebchow (May 2013-present)
- Timeline
References
- ↑ Estabrooks, Timothy (November 24, 2008). "Hope For The Dying, "Hope For The Dying EP" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Hope For The Dying - Hope For The Dying (album review)". Sputnikmusic. March 16, 2009. Retrieved January 12, 2013.
- ↑ http://teethofthedivine.com/site/reviews/hope-for-the-dying-–-hope-for-the-dying/
- ↑ 4.0 4.1
- ↑ http://www.ishotphotography.com/concerts/fdf2009/index.html
- ↑ HOPE FOR THE DYING To Release 'Dissimulation' in April. Blabbermouth.net, March 3, 2011.
- ↑ "Hope For The Dying, "Hope For The Dying EP" Review". Jesusfreakhideout.com. November 25, 2008. Retrieved January 12, 2013.
- ↑ Review of Aletheia. Alternative Press #297 (April 2013), p. 88.
- ↑ "Hope For The Dying Streaming New Song "Transcend"". Metalunderground.com. Retrieved January 12, 2013.