Doug Williams (Bassist)
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Doug Williams is an American born Bassist Bassist
. Williams' past contributions include the Bassist for the Death Metal Death metal
bands Origin and Cephalic Carnage
.
), guitarist Steve Goldberg and bassist Doug Williams. Merryman also collaborated with Secret Chiefs Secret Chiefs 3
In 1997, Cephalic Carnage financed its own tour across the United States. Playing several "Milwaukee Metal Fests" and touring with such bands as Wicked Innocense,(Brujeria),(The Dillinger Escape Plan
),(Vile
) and others. In 1997, the band caught the attention of Italian record label Headfucker Records, which released the band's debut album (Conforming to Abnormality
) that year. After this release,the band toured Europe, Asia and South America. After recording bass tracks for the follow-up, "Conforming to Abnormality", Williams left in 1997, moved back to Kansas City, and joined (Origin
) soon thereafter.
The group was initially founded by guitarists Paul Ryan and Jeremy Turner in July of 1997. Over the next six months, the duo enlisted bassist Clint Appelhanz, vocalist Mark Manning, and drummer George Fluke to fill out the first Origin lineup, which went on to record the demo A Coming Into Existence in October of 1997. A new rhythm section came on board in the form of bassist (Doug Williams
) (formerly of (Cephalic Carnage
)) and drummer John Longstreth (formerly of (Angel Corpse). This lineup went on to record the group's self-titled debut album for (Relapse Records
), which was released in 2000. In the wake of this CD, Origin went on tours with fellow death metal extremists including (Cryptopsy
),(Vader
),(Cephalic Carnage
)and (Dying Fetus
). More lineup changes would follow before the band could make it back into the studio, as vocalist James Lee stepped in to replace Manning and bassist Mike Flores moved in as the replacement for Williams who left (Origin
) in 2001.
Bassist
A bass player, or bassist is a musician who plays a bass instrument such as a double bass, bass guitar, keyboard bass or a low brass instrument such as a tuba or sousaphone. Different musical genres tend to be associated with one or more of these instruments...
. Williams' past contributions include the Bassist for the Death Metal Death metal
Death metal
Death metal is an extreme subgenre of heavy metal. It typically employs heavily distorted guitars, tremolo picking, deep growling vocals, blast beat drumming, minor keys or atonality, and complex song structures with multiple tempo changes....
bands Origin and Cephalic Carnage
Cephalic Carnage
Cephalic Carnage is an American grindcore band formed in 1992 in Denver, Colorado. The band comprises vocalist Lenzig Leal, guitarists Steve Goldberg and Brian Hopp, drummer John Merryman and bassist Nick Schendzielos...
.
Career
Cephalic Carnage formed in Denver, Colorado, in 1994 by vocalist Lenzig Leal and guitarist Zac Joe. In 1996, they recruited drummer (John MerrymanJohn Merryman
John Merryman was the petitioner in one of the best known habeas corpus cases of the American Civil War, a militia officer during the Civil War, and a Maryland politician.-Early life:...
), guitarist Steve Goldberg and bassist Doug Williams. Merryman also collaborated with Secret Chiefs Secret Chiefs 3
Secret Chiefs 3
Secret Chiefs 3 is an instrumental rock group led by guitarist/composer Trey Spruance . Their studio recordings and tours have featured different line-ups, as the group performs a wide range of musical styles including surf rock, Persian, Arab, Indian, death metal, film music, electronic music,...
In 1997, Cephalic Carnage financed its own tour across the United States. Playing several "Milwaukee Metal Fests" and touring with such bands as Wicked Innocense,(Brujeria),(The Dillinger Escape Plan
The Dillinger Escape Plan
The Dillinger Escape Plan is an American mathcore band from Morris Plains, New Jersey. The group originated in 1997 after the disbanding of Arcane, a hardcore punk trio consisting of Ben Weinman, Dimitri Minakakis, and Chris Pennie. The band's current line-up consists of guitarist Ben Weinman,...
),(Vile
Vile
- People :* Tommy Vile , Welsh international rugby union player* William Vile , English cabinetmaker* Katie Biondo , Un-talented Dancer- Mythology :* Vile, Vilae: Etruscan mythological name for Greek Iolaus, nephew of Hercules...
) and others. In 1997, the band caught the attention of Italian record label Headfucker Records, which released the band's debut album (Conforming to Abnormality
Conforming to Abnormality
Conforming to Abnormality is Cephalic Carnage's first full-length album. It was first released in 1998 on Italy's Headfucker Records. In 2002 the album was re-released on Hybrid Records. In 2006 Subordinate Records from Italy re-released the album without the band's permission on CD and 12" vinyl...
) that year. After this release,the band toured Europe, Asia and South America. After recording bass tracks for the follow-up, "Conforming to Abnormality", Williams left in 1997, moved back to Kansas City, and joined (Origin
Origin
Origin, origins, or original may refer to:- Beginning of the universe and life :* Abiogenesis, the study of how life on Earth arose from inanimate matter* Cosmogony, any theory concerning the origin of the universe...
) soon thereafter.
The group was initially founded by guitarists Paul Ryan and Jeremy Turner in July of 1997. Over the next six months, the duo enlisted bassist Clint Appelhanz, vocalist Mark Manning, and drummer George Fluke to fill out the first Origin lineup, which went on to record the demo A Coming Into Existence in October of 1997. A new rhythm section came on board in the form of bassist (Doug Williams
Doug Williams
Doug Williams may refer to:*Doug Williams , Super Bowl XXII MVP*Doug Williams , Australian rules footballer*Doug Williams , English professional wrestler...
) (formerly of (Cephalic Carnage
Cephalic Carnage
Cephalic Carnage is an American grindcore band formed in 1992 in Denver, Colorado. The band comprises vocalist Lenzig Leal, guitarists Steve Goldberg and Brian Hopp, drummer John Merryman and bassist Nick Schendzielos...
)) and drummer John Longstreth (formerly of (Angel Corpse). This lineup went on to record the group's self-titled debut album for (Relapse Records
Relapse Records
Relapse Records is an independent record label based in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. It was founded by Matthew F. Jacobson in 1990.-History:The label was started by Matthew F. Jacobson in August, 1990 in his parents' basement in Aurora, Colorado...
), which was released in 2000. In the wake of this CD, Origin went on tours with fellow death metal extremists including (Cryptopsy
Cryptopsy
Cryptopsy is a Canadian technical death metal band from Montreal, Quebec, formed in 1988. The band has sold over 300,000 records.-Necrosis :...
),(Vader
Vader
Vader may refer to:* Vader , a Polish death metal band* Darth Vader, a fictional character in the Star Wars universe* Big Van Vader, American professional wrestler* Els Vader , Dutch track and field athlete...
),(Cephalic Carnage
Cephalic Carnage
Cephalic Carnage is an American grindcore band formed in 1992 in Denver, Colorado. The band comprises vocalist Lenzig Leal, guitarists Steve Goldberg and Brian Hopp, drummer John Merryman and bassist Nick Schendzielos...
)and (Dying Fetus
Dying Fetus
Dying Fetus is an American death metal band from Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Formed in 1991, the group is known for their outspoken political views, and for being one of the few death metal bands who follow a political nature. Earlier lyrics showcased the common death metal trait of explicit violence...
). More lineup changes would follow before the band could make it back into the studio, as vocalist James Lee stepped in to replace Manning and bassist Mike Flores moved in as the replacement for Williams who left (Origin
Origin
Origin, origins, or original may refer to:- Beginning of the universe and life :* Abiogenesis, the study of how life on Earth arose from inanimate matter* Cosmogony, any theory concerning the origin of the universe...
) in 2001.