Hanging Garden (band)
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Hanging Garden is an American thrash metal
/speed metal
band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 2008. Founded by vocalist Pro and guitar player Michael Young, following Pro's departure from Zap, metal band from the early 2005. The band has since released one studio album, two EPs
, 3 singles
and one music video.
Hanging Garden rose to fame in the early 2008, but experienced numerous line-up changes, though all former members are back. They, along with their new lead/rhythm guitarist 'Ace', are currently working on their 2nd studio album which is scheduled for release in August 2009.They are known for a distinctive guitar style, often involving trade off guitar solo
s. Pro is also known for his vocal style, as well as his recurring lyrical themes, often involving death, war, hell and personal relationships.
as that's were the Bay Area thrash metal
scene took place, hoping to follow footsteps of bands like Megadeth
and Metallica
. Early in 2008 they recorded a three song demo, featuring Pro, Michael, and David, which contained early versions of "Chaos Theory", "Waiting For Your Death", and "Amytis". Andy Fields, covered a handful of live dates, after just a few shows, he became a full-time member. On the strength of their three song demo, they signed with the label
Capitol Records
, and in December added second guitarist Ace, a friend of Michael.
released in 2008. The album was a well-received effort that blended elements of thrash
, and speed metal
and mostly got positive reviews from the critics.In the summer of 2008, the group toured the United States and Canada for the first time, supporting Chaos Theory with Kreator
. During the tour, new guitarist Ace abruptly left the band, and was replaced by touring guitarist Joey Albert. Ace later rejoined Hanging Garden in October 2008 however, shortly before they began work on their second album with Capitol Records
.
Thrash metal
Thrash metal is a subgenre of heavy metal that is characterized usually by its fast tempo and aggression. Songs of the genre typically use fast percussive and low-register guitar riffs, overlaid with shredding-style lead work...
/speed metal
Speed metal
Speed metal is a sub-genre of heavy metal music that originated in the late 1970s from NWOBHM and hardcore punk roots. It is described by Allmusic as "extremely fast, abrasive, and technically demanding" music....
band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 2008. Founded by vocalist Pro and guitar player Michael Young, following Pro's departure from Zap, metal band from the early 2005. The band has since released one studio album, two EPs
Extended play
An EP is a musical recording which contains more music than a single, but is too short to qualify as a full album or LP. The term EP originally referred only to specific types of vinyl records other than 78 rpm standard play records and LP records, but it is now applied to mid-length Compact...
, 3 singles
Single (music)
In music, a single or record single is a type of release, typically a recording of fewer tracks than an LP or a CD. This can be released for sale to the public in a variety of different formats. In most cases, the single is a song that is released separately from an album, but it can still appear...
and one music video.
Hanging Garden rose to fame in the early 2008, but experienced numerous line-up changes, though all former members are back. They, along with their new lead/rhythm guitarist 'Ace', are currently working on their 2nd studio album which is scheduled for release in August 2009.They are known for a distinctive guitar style, often involving trade off guitar solo
Guitar solo
In popular music, a guitar solo is a melodic passage, section, or entire piece of music written for an electric guitar or an acoustic guitar. Guitar solos, which often contain varying degrees of improvisation, are used in many styles of popular music such as blues, jazz, rock and metal styles such...
s. Pro is also known for his vocal style, as well as his recurring lyrical themes, often involving death, war, hell and personal relationships.
Early days (2007 – early 2008)
Just 5 months after vocalist Pro left from Zap due to the other vocalist leaving. Pro, guitarist Michael Young, bassist Andy Fields and drummer Dave Peterson formed Hanging Garden in Los Angeles. They played a few gigs up in the San Francisco Bay AreaSan Francisco Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area, commonly known as the Bay Area, is a populated region that surrounds the San Francisco and San Pablo estuaries in Northern California. The region encompasses metropolitan areas of San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose, along with smaller urban and rural areas...
as that's were the Bay Area thrash metal
Bay Area thrash metal
Bay Area thrash metal, or "Bay Area thrash", referred to a steady following of heavy metal bands in the 1980s who formed and gained international status in the San Francisco Bay Area, California...
scene took place, hoping to follow footsteps of bands like Megadeth
Megadeth
Megadeth is an American heavy metal band from Los Angeles, California which was formed in 1983 by guitarist/vocalist Dave Mustaine, bassist Dave Ellefson and guitarist Greg Handevidt, following Mustaine's expulsion from Metallica. The band has since released 13 studio albums, three live albums, two...
and Metallica
Metallica
Metallica is an American heavy metal band from Los Angeles, California. Formed in 1981 when James Hetfield responded to an advertisement that drummer Lars Ulrich had posted in a local newspaper. The current line-up features long-time lead guitarist Kirk Hammett and bassist Robert Trujillo ...
. Early in 2008 they recorded a three song demo, featuring Pro, Michael, and David, which contained early versions of "Chaos Theory", "Waiting For Your Death", and "Amytis". Andy Fields, covered a handful of live dates, after just a few shows, he became a full-time member. On the strength of their three song demo, they signed with the label
Label
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Capitol Records
Capitol Records
Capitol Records is a major United States based record label, formerly located in Los Angeles, but operating in New York City as part of Capitol Music Group. Its former headquarters building, the Capitol Tower, is a major landmark near the corner of Hollywood and Vine...
, and in December added second guitarist Ace, a friend of Michael.
Chaos Theory era (2008)
They Soon recorded a 13 track album Chaos TheoryChaos Theory (Hanging Garden album)
Chaos Theory is the debut album by American thrash metal band Hanging Garden, released on March 2, 2008. The album was a well-received effort that blended elements of thrash, and speed metal and mostly got positive reviews from the critics, a video was made for "Chaos Theory" and "Missing Crown".A...
released in 2008. The album was a well-received effort that blended elements of thrash
Thrash metal
Thrash metal is a subgenre of heavy metal that is characterized usually by its fast tempo and aggression. Songs of the genre typically use fast percussive and low-register guitar riffs, overlaid with shredding-style lead work...
, and speed metal
Speed metal
Speed metal is a sub-genre of heavy metal music that originated in the late 1970s from NWOBHM and hardcore punk roots. It is described by Allmusic as "extremely fast, abrasive, and technically demanding" music....
and mostly got positive reviews from the critics.In the summer of 2008, the group toured the United States and Canada for the first time, supporting Chaos Theory with Kreator
Kreator
Kreator is a thrash metal band from Essen, Germany, formed in 1978, but formalized in 1982 under the name Tormentor. They originally performed a speed metal style with Venom influences. Their style of music is similar to their compatriots Destruction and Sodom, the other two big German thrash metal...
. During the tour, new guitarist Ace abruptly left the band, and was replaced by touring guitarist Joey Albert. Ace later rejoined Hanging Garden in October 2008 however, shortly before they began work on their second album with Capitol Records
Capitol Records
Capitol Records is a major United States based record label, formerly located in Los Angeles, but operating in New York City as part of Capitol Music Group. Its former headquarters building, the Capitol Tower, is a major landmark near the corner of Hollywood and Vine...
.
Band members
Current members- Pro – lead vocals, (2008–present)
- Michael Young – Lead/Rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2008–present)
- Ace – Lead/Rhythm guitar, backing vocal (2008–present)
- Andy Fields – Bass guitar, backing vocals (2008–present)
- David Peterson – Drums, percussion (2008–present)
Discography
- Chaos TheoryChaos Theory (Hanging Garden album)Chaos Theory is the debut album by American thrash metal band Hanging Garden, released on March 2, 2008. The album was a well-received effort that blended elements of thrash, and speed metal and mostly got positive reviews from the critics, a video was made for "Chaos Theory" and "Missing Crown".A...
(2008) - 2nd Untitled Studio Album (2009)