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 Band
Name: Benedictum
Status: Active
Genre: Metal
City: San Diego
Country: Sweden
Homepage: http://www.benedictum.net/
1 Member / Instrument: Veronica Freeman vox
2 Member / Instrument: Pete Wells Guitars
3 Member / Instrument: Chris Shrum Bass
4 Member / Instrument: Paul Courtois Drums
5 Member / Instrument: Tony Diaz keyboard
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Biography: Following in the footsteps of such
legendary bands as Warrior, Rough Cutt and Psychotic
Waltz, BENEDICTUM are San Diego, California’s latest
and mightiest ambassadors to the world of heavy
metal.
Conjuring the power and mystique of early Rainbow
and classic Savatage yet forging a sound that is
uniquely their own, BENEDICTUM’s stylish, epic brand
of metal delivers on all fronts: Awesome riffing,
fierce rhythms, strong melodies, shredding leads and
delicate textures converge at the crossroads of
tradition and 21st century innovation topped off by
what is truly one of the most extraordinary voices
in metal, courtesy of Veronica Freeman, whose pipes
have to be heard to be believed.
BENEDICTUM came to the attention of Dio guitarist
Craig Goldy who was impressed enough with what he
heard that he turned the group on to long-time
friend and former band mate, Jeff Pilson (ex-Dokken,
Dio). Equally blown away by the bands raw talent and
untapped potential, Pilson took on the role of
producer and recorded BENEDICTUM at his Los Angeles
area studio, with ZuZu Recording production partner,
former Warlock bassist Tommy Henriksen, sharing
mixing duties.
The result of this collaboration was the incredible
debut CD “UNCREATION”. Selected by Classic Rock
magazine UK as one of the top bands to watch in 2006
and now selected by Rock Hard Germany and Classic
Rock UK as one of the top 50 albums of 2006,
BENEDICTUM are laying it down in a big way! After
coming off of a successful tour with the legendary
Doro, the future looks amazing for BENEDICTUM!
And that future begins with their powerful second
release, “SEASONS OF TRAGEDY”. With new drummer Paul
Courtois delivering a powerful and heart pounding
performance along with bassist Jesse Wright the
solid rhythm section provides the foundation for
this journey into the heart of Metal. From the
commando snare drum opening of SHELLSHOCK to the
opus masterpiece title track, the band have truly
evolved their unique take on modern metal, while
still staying true to their classic roots. Rarely
has a metal band come so far so fast!
1 Album and Date: BENEDICTUM - \"Season Of Tragedy\"
2006
2 Album and Date: BENEDICTUM Seasons Of Tragedy
(Locomotive) 2008 . |
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