Xerath

Xerath
Origin England, United Kingdom
Genres Progressive metal, symphonic metal, groove metal, death metal
Years active 2007–present
Labels Candlelight
Website www.xerath.net
Members Richard Thomson
Christopher Clark
Michael Pitman
Conor McGouran

Xerath are a British heavy metal band from England. The band formed in 2007, and they have gained more recognition after the release of their debut album I (One) via Candlelight Records in 2009.

Containing elements of progressive, death, thrash and symphonic metal, Xerath's music is characterized by the mix of polyrhythmic guitar riffing and drumming, with orchestral and symphonic elements. Xerath cite their influences as Strapping Young Lad, Dimmu Borgir, and Opeth as well as film score composition and an eclectic mix of other bands and genres.

History

Formation of band

Xerath was formed in 2007 by guitarist Andy Phillips, drummer Michael Pitman and Bassist / Guitarist Owain Williams. Xerath was originally started as an experiment to combine Film score style composition with syncopated guitar rhythms and crushing metal grooves. In 2007, Xerath won the Terrorizer Magazine best unsigned band competition based on reader votes. In early 2008, Xerath signed their first record deal with Candlelight Records,[1][2] best known for acts such as Emperor and Opeth. Xerath released their debut CD entitled I (One) in May 2009, their second album II (Two) was released on May 3, 2011 and their latest album III (Three) was released in September 2014.

Xerath made their first notable live performance at Bloodstock Open Air festival in the UK.[3] Xerath will play at Damnation Festival on November 1st.

Band members

Current members

  • Conor McGouran – guitars
  • Michael Pitman – drums
  • Richard Thomson – vocals
  • Christopher Clark – bass

Previous members

  • Andy Phillips – guitars
  • Owain Williams – guitars

Session

  • Nik Wolf – bass

Discography

Studio albums

References

  1. ↑ "Xerath signs to Candlelight Records". Blabbermouth.net. 2008-11-26.
  2. ↑ "Candlelight Records UK - Artists". Candlelight Records. 2015-03-19.
  3. ↑ "Xerath interviewed at Bloodstock Festival". Blabbermouth. 2009-09-14.
  4. ↑ "III - Candlelight Records". Bandcamp. 2014-08-12.

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