Raven Lord
Raven Lord is a multinational heavy metal band founded by Csaba Zvekan (Exorcism, [...] Machine, Sardonyx, Emergency). The band recorded their debut album, Descent to the Underworld, in 2012. It was mixed by Fredrik Nordström and mastered by Maor Appelbaum.
Their musical genre is heavy metal, but also includes neo classical and power metal influences. Zvekan cites bands including Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, and Yngwie Malmsteen as influences.
Band membership has changed many times prior to the announcement of their touring line up. Around September 2012, the band announced that Joe Stump had joined the band as a full-time member.
On October 27, 2012, the band announced they had been signed by Mausoleum Records for a two-album deal.
Descent to the Underworld
Mausoleum Records released the debut album Descent to the Underworld in Europe on February 1st, 2013, and in North America on February 12th, 2013. The album was very well received and has earned a number of best votes from various critics.
In February 2013, ex-Power Quest drummer Rich Smith replaced Larry Paterson on drums.
The single, "Perish", was released March 23rd, 2013.
On April 18th, 2013, it was announced that Craig Gruber was to replace Jamie Mallender for the bassist's position. In June 2013, the band played summer shows in the United Kingdom followed by the R-Mine Metalfest 2013 festival in Belgium.
Their second single, "Fighting for Freedom", was released on June 22nd, 2013.
On August 2nd, 2013, Rich Smith was replaced by Claudio Tirincanti at the drummer's position.
Personnel
Members
- Current members
- Csaba Zvekan - lead vocals (2011-present)
- Joe Stump - lead guitar (2011-present)
- George Karafotis - guitar (2011-present)
- Lucio Manca - bass (2013-present)
- Claudio Tirincanti - drums (2013-present)
- Former members
- Henrik Hedman - drums (2011-2013)
- Jamie Mallender- bass (2011-2013)
- Craig Gruber - bass (2013)
Guest players
- Rich Smith - live drums
- Pontus Larsson - keyboards
Discography
- Descent to the Underworld (2013)
- Perish (single) (2013)
- Fighting for freedom (single) (2013)
External links
- MySpace page
- Official Website
- Facebook page
- Raven Lord Add Former BLAZE BAYLEY Drummer Larry Paterson at braveword.com
- Raven Lord Announces New Guitarist at blabbermouth.net