Warlord was an American band whose sound was described as "doomcore", a mix between doom metal and hardcore punk.[1] Formed in 1997, Warlord was signed to Solid State Records during their brief existence.[3] Before disbanding, the band did a tour with fellow Solid State band, Training for Utopia.[4] The band has a compilation coming out, to help drummer Timothy Henderson with his health problems.[5] The compilation has a new song and an unreleased track from Rock the Foe Hammer.[5]
Warlord | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 1997–1999, 2015 |
| Labels | Solid State |
| Past members | Ricky Rodgers Brian Fletcher Phil Smith Tim Henderson |
In their tenure, the band released an EP, titled Warlord, and a debut album Rock the Foe Hammer, both of which came out through Solid State.[6]
Members
editLast known lineup
- Ricky Rodgers – vocals, lead guitar (1997–1999, 2015) (formerly of Fuse of Ire and Catechuman)
- Phil Smith – bass (1998–1999, 2015) (World Against World)
- Timothy Henderson – drums, backing vocals (1997–1999, 2015) (formerly of Mr. Bishop's Fist and Catechuman)
Fill-in musicians[5]
- Jonathon Ford – bass, backing vocals (1997–1998) (formerly of Roadside Monument, Catechuman and Mr. Bishop's Fist)
Former[4]
- Brian Fletchner – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (1997–1998) (Pilgrims, AAPOAA)
Timeline
Discography
editEPs
- Warlord (1997; Solid State)[1]
Studio album
- Rock the Foe Hammer (1999; Solid State)[7][8][9]
Compilation appearances
- "Set Sail to the Kingdom" on We Bear the Scars (2017)
References
edit- ^ a b c d Spencer, Josh. "Warlord - Warlord". The Phantom Tollbooth. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
- ^ Gramlich, Chris (September 1, 1999). "Warlord - Rock the Foe Hammer". Exclaim!. Retrieved April 9, 2016.
- ^ Sciarretto, Amy (February 2000). "A Joyful Noise? Christian Metalcore". CMJ New Music Monthly (78): 70. ISSN 1074-6978.
- ^ a b Patterson, Eric (October 6, 2007). "Brian Fletchner (Quiver Society, Pilgrims, formerly of Warlord)". Indie Vision Music. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
- ^ a b c Henderson, Tim (April 19, 2015). "Tim Henderson of Warlord and Mr. Bishop's Fist". Interviewed by Trav Turner and Stephen Sarro. As the Story Grows. Retrieved November 28, 2015.
- ^ Harp, Loyd (August 7, 2020). "Song of the Day: Warlord - Where the Road Forks". Indie Vision Music. Retrieved February 18, 2021.
- ^ Rockstroh, Joe (September 6, 1999). "Warlord - Rock the Foe Hammer". The Phantom Tollbooth. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
- ^ Huey, Steve. "Warlord - Rock the Foe Hammer". AllMusic. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
- ^ Gramlich, Chris (September 1, 1999). "Warlord - Rock the Foe Hammer". Exclaim!. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
