MX Machine
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MX Machine is an American
thrash metal
band from Los Angeles
, California
. Initially active from 1985 to 1989, the band reformed in 2007 with a renewed line-up.
They released their first album, Manic Panic, in 1988, gaining critical recognition and touring in support of the albumanic. MX Machine became notorious in the Los Angeles underground scene for wildly staged drunken antics and powerful fast three minute songs. They quickly rose to popularity but were bannned from most local clubs at the same time, which became a problem as no promoters wanted to book the act for fear of destroyed property. So the "AfterParty" became a common practice. Songs from the album made it to the large screen with "Psychotic Killing Machine" used in the soundtrack to Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III. "Kick You In The Face" appeared in the feature Under The Boardwalk. After the tour, MX Machine began work on a new album in 1989 for Restless, but the results of these sessions remain unreleased as the record contract was dissolved and MX Machine disbanded.
In 2007, Negrete, fueled by a growing internet demand. proceeded to resurrect MX Machine with the help of guitarist Larry Arrieta, (currently in band "Fear"), guitarist Kristen Meyers and drummer Joe Montelongo from Evil Dead. They brought renewed energy and mayhem to perform shows and bring to life the band's history.
Today, MX Machine is a 3-piece band like OG Motorhead and a Solid Unit, with Negrete on bass guitar and vocals, Dan Sindel on guitar (lead guitarist with Stone Soldier and Brutal Peace), and the return of LA Monster Drummer and Negretes' lifelong friend John Ayala (who also performs with LA Bastard Son and Lace). Since the relaunch of MX Machine, the band has been on a new path playing their classic slamming 3 minute punk style tunes. "Kick You In The Face", the classic party anthem "Fuck The Neighbors!" and "Turn The Screw" are some of the songrs being played. Along with updated new material, the band is bringing big sounds to the stage and big slam pits to the floor once again. Since reforming, the band has shared the stage with some greater acts including Helmet, Accept, Hed PE, Rattlehead, Winger? and Y&T.
In 2011, the band was in the studio with prominent Los Angeles record producer Bill Metoyer to record a five song EP that will include old school MX Machine classics as well as new tracks, which is due to be released in 2011. "Dogtown", a song about growing up in Los Angeles, is available through Candlepower records and is on Itunes. Classic rock videos are in the works to coincide with the release of the new EP.
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thrash metal
Thrash metal
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band from Los Angeles
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, California
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. Initially active from 1985 to 1989, the band reformed in 2007 with a renewed line-up.
Biography
MX Machine was formed in 1985 by bass guitarist Diego Negrete with vocalist Lee Kaiser, guitarist Mitch Rellas and local drummer Sam Monarez. Drummer Danny Anaya (formally of Abbitior) joined soon after and the original MX Machine started. Drummer Johnny Ayala preceded Monarez and Anaya to perform on the band's first demo, "Fatal Mistake", produced by Bill Metoyer. The demo and a few sold out Hollywood shows led them to sign with Sharon Murley and Restless Records in 1987.They released their first album, Manic Panic, in 1988, gaining critical recognition and touring in support of the albumanic. MX Machine became notorious in the Los Angeles underground scene for wildly staged drunken antics and powerful fast three minute songs. They quickly rose to popularity but were bannned from most local clubs at the same time, which became a problem as no promoters wanted to book the act for fear of destroyed property. So the "AfterParty" became a common practice. Songs from the album made it to the large screen with "Psychotic Killing Machine" used in the soundtrack to Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III. "Kick You In The Face" appeared in the feature Under The Boardwalk. After the tour, MX Machine began work on a new album in 1989 for Restless, but the results of these sessions remain unreleased as the record contract was dissolved and MX Machine disbanded.
In 2007, Negrete, fueled by a growing internet demand. proceeded to resurrect MX Machine with the help of guitarist Larry Arrieta, (currently in band "Fear"), guitarist Kristen Meyers and drummer Joe Montelongo from Evil Dead. They brought renewed energy and mayhem to perform shows and bring to life the band's history.
Today, MX Machine is a 3-piece band like OG Motorhead and a Solid Unit, with Negrete on bass guitar and vocals, Dan Sindel on guitar (lead guitarist with Stone Soldier and Brutal Peace), and the return of LA Monster Drummer and Negretes' lifelong friend John Ayala (who also performs with LA Bastard Son and Lace). Since the relaunch of MX Machine, the band has been on a new path playing their classic slamming 3 minute punk style tunes. "Kick You In The Face", the classic party anthem "Fuck The Neighbors!" and "Turn The Screw" are some of the songrs being played. Along with updated new material, the band is bringing big sounds to the stage and big slam pits to the floor once again. Since reforming, the band has shared the stage with some greater acts including Helmet, Accept, Hed PE, Rattlehead, Winger? and Y&T.
In 2011, the band was in the studio with prominent Los Angeles record producer Bill Metoyer to record a five song EP that will include old school MX Machine classics as well as new tracks, which is due to be released in 2011. "Dogtown", a song about growing up in Los Angeles, is available through Candlepower records and is on Itunes. Classic rock videos are in the works to coincide with the release of the new EP.
Current members
- Diego Negrete - vocals, bass guitar (1985–1989, 2007–present)
- Dan Sindel - guitars
- John Ayala - drums
Former members
- Lee Kaiser - vocals (1985–1989)
- Mitch Rellas - guitar (1985–1989)
- Liquid Dan (aka Danny Anaya) - drums (1985–1989)
- Larry Arrieta - guitar (2007–2008)
- Kristen Meyers - guitar (2007–2008)
Discography
- Manic Panic (1988)
- Dogtown Sessions (2008)