Warlord (hardcore band)

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
OriginPortland, Oregon, U.S.
Genres
Years active1997–1999, 2015
LabelsSolid State
Past membersRicky 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

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Last 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

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EPs

  • Warlord (1997; Solid State)[1]

Studio album

Compilation appearances

  • "Set Sail to the Kingdom" on We Bear the Scars (2017)

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Spencer, Josh. "Warlord - Warlord". The Phantom Tollbooth. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
  2. ^ Gramlich, Chris (September 1, 1999). "Warlord - Rock the Foe Hammer". Exclaim!. Retrieved April 9, 2016.
  3. ^ Sciarretto, Amy (February 2000). "A Joyful Noise? Christian Metalcore". CMJ New Music Monthly (78): 70. ISSN 1074-6978.
  4. ^ a b Patterson, Eric (October 6, 2007). "Brian Fletchner (Quiver Society, Pilgrims, formerly of Warlord)". Indie Vision Music. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
  5. ^ 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.
  6. ^ Harp, Loyd (August 7, 2020). "Song of the Day: Warlord - Where the Road Forks". Indie Vision Music. Retrieved February 18, 2021.
  7. ^ Rockstroh, Joe (September 6, 1999). "Warlord - Rock the Foe Hammer". The Phantom Tollbooth. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
  8. ^ Huey, Steve. "Warlord - Rock the Foe Hammer". AllMusic. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
  9. ^ Gramlich, Chris (September 1, 1999). "Warlord - Rock the Foe Hammer". Exclaim!. Retrieved October 28, 2015.
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