Formed: 1999
From:
Richmond,
VA,
United States
Last Known Status: Active
Background
The Richmond, VA 5-piece, Lamb of God, came together in the current form in the fall of 1999. The band has been around in various forms and under various names, most notably Burn The Priest, since '94, however, and the brothers, Chris and Willie, have been playing music together since '88.
Lamb of God signed with Epic records in 2004 and completed their major label debut in just 5 months before embarking on their first Ozzfest tour and subsequent US and UK tours.
Lamb of God play a caustic style of extreme metal that can be compared to few others. It can best be described as a raw mixture of death and doom metal elements, but that description does not do their sound justice. Go get their CD or catch a show and hear it for yourself.
Latest Lamb of God News
Below is our complete Lamb of God news coverage, including columns and articles pertaining to the band. Some articles listed may be indirectly related, such as side projects of the band members, etc.
Note: We began associating news directly with bands in late 2003. Therefore, earlier band news may not be listed on this page.
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See: Kerry King Perform Together For The 1st Time
Besides the highly anticipated return of Slayer this year, renowned thrash metal guitarist Kerry King has been unveiling his own solo venture. Below, you can immerse yourself in the song "Residue" from his inaugural album, "From Hell I Rise." This release is scheduled for May 17th under Reigning Phoenix Music.
Jim Louvau and Tony Aguilera (known for their work with Jerry Cantrell and Greg Puciato) co-helmed the dynamic visuals accompanying this track.
King offered his thoughts: More...
Lamb Of God & Mastodon Announce Co-Headlining Tour
On the heels of yesterday’s announcement of his upcoming solo project, today it is announced that Kerry King will be Special Guest on the upcoming Lamb of God/Mastodon North American “Ashes of Leviathan” co-headlne tour. The six-week run launches on July 19 in Grand Prairie, TX, and will wrap on August 31 in Omaha, NE. The general ticket on-sale begins this Friday, February 9th. King will make his 2024 concert debut in May, first at the Welcome To Rockville Festival (May 9), followed by Sonic Temple Arts & Music Festival (May 16).
For all of these dates, King will be joined by the musicians who played on his upcoming debut solo album, From Hell I Rise: drummer Paul Bostaph (Slayer), bassist Kyle Sanders (Hellyeah), Phil Demmel on guitar (formerly Machine Head), and vocalist Mark Osegueda (Death Angel). From Hell I Rise is due out May 17 (Reigning Phoenix Music.)
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Lamb Of God Premiere “Omens” B-Side Track
Richmond, VA's groove metal outfit, Lamb Of God, has digitally unveiled their "Evidence" b-side track from "Omens." Originally exclusive to the Japanese edition of the album, this release commemorates the one-year anniversary of "Omens" this weekend.
The group is also set to embark on their inaugural 'Headbangers Boat' cruise this month. The festival will include two headline performances by Randy Blythe and the band, one of which will feature a live rendition of their gold-certified 2003 sophomore album, "Ashes Of The Wake."
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Firstborne (Megadeth, Ex-LoG) Premiere New Single
Firstborne have recently released a studio version of their single "Home." The band is comprise of Chris Adler, ex-Lamb Of God, and James LoMenzo, the current bassist of Megadeth. Guitarist Myrone and Girish Pradhan, the vocalist of Girish And The Chronicles, complete the band's roster.
Check out now "Home" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Firstborne (Megadeth, Etc.) Premiere New Single
Firstborne - led by ex-Lamb Of God drummer Chris Adler, Megadeth bassist James LoMenzo, etc. - premiere their new track “Follower“, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Sylosis Premiere New Single & Music Video
Progressive metal band Sylosis premiere a new single and music video named “Deadwood“ streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below. You can catch the outfit live on March 21st at the OVO Arena Wembley in London, UK opening for Lamb Of God and Kreator.
Comments guitarist/vocalist Josh Middleton: More...
Lamb Of God & Kreator Premiere Collaborative Song
Richmond, VA groove metal band Lamb Of God and German thrash metal band Kreator premiere their collaborative single titled “State Of Unrest“. The song was originally intended to accompany Lamb Of God's 2020 European/UK tour together with Power Trip.
Power Trip singer Riley Gale had been lined up to contribute vocals to the song, but passed away before being able to lay down his parts.
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Pantera To Tour North America With Lamb Of God
Pantera, one of the most successful and influential bands in heavy metal history, have announced their long awaited return to the stage. They will be touring North America this summer with Lamb Of God as special guests.
One of the most anticipated tours of 2023, this celebration tour includes original members Philip Anselmo and Rex Brown, joined by Zakk Wylde (guitar) and Charlie Benante (drums). In December 2022, they kicked off the highly anticipated return in Mexico City to incredible reviews.
Produced by Live Nation, the 20-city tour kicks off on Tuesday, July 28 in Burgettstown, PA at The Pavilion at Star Lake making stops in Milwaukee, Toronto, Austin, Denver, and more before wrapping up in Bristow, VA on September 15 at Jiffy Lube Live.
Fans can also see Pantera at their recently announced support dates during Metallica’s North America Stadium tour dates in 2023 & 2024 and headlining major rock festivals in 2023 including Rockfest, Inkcarceration, and more.
Tickets for the North American tour go on sale starting Friday, January 27 starting at 10 AM, local time on LiveNation.com. Citi is the official card of the Pantera tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, January 24 at 10 AM, local time until Thursday, January 26 at 10 PM local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit Metal Rules. More...
Lamb of God Premiere New Drum Playthrough Clip
Lamb of God premiere an official drum playthrough video showcasing drummer Art Cruz performing their track "Vanishing", the second track from the band's latest studio full-length "Omens".
Check out now "Omens" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Tells Lamb of God guitarist Mark Morton being asked if Cruz was more involved in the songwriting process on the band's latest effort "Omens", than he was on 2020's self-titled album: More...
God Forbid Premiere Pro-Shot Live Video
This past September saw New Jersey-based metalcore/thrash metal band God Forbid return to the stage to perform their first live show in nine years at The ‘Blue Ridge Rock Festival‘ in Alton, Virginia. Former As I Lay Dying guitarist Nick Hipa was recruited for their live comeback, while previous guitarists Dallas Coyle and Matt Wicklund were not involved.
Today God Forbid premiere the below pro-shot video of their performance of “Chains Of Humanity” from that reunion show.
January 2023 will see the band back onstage for a two live dates with Bleeding Through: More...
Municipal Waste Added To Kreator/Lamb Of God Tour
Kreator and Lamb Of God have announced their label mates Municipal Waste as support on their State Of Unrest 2023 European co-headline tour. The run was originally due to take place in Autumn 2022, but was recently postponed until February and March 2023. Acclaimed cross-over thrashers and notorious party animals Municipal Waste from Richmond, Virginia, are known for their wild and highly energetic live shows, which makes them a perfect fit.
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Firstborne (Megadeth, Ex-LoG) Premiere New Single
Heavy metal outfit Firstborne - featuring former Lamb Of God drummer Chris Adler and Megadeth bassist James LoMenzo among others - premiere their new single “Intercontinental Champions“ streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Lamb Of God And Kreator Delays European Tour
Lamb Of God have shared they are postponing their State Of Unrest UK & European run, which was set to take place in November & December 2022. The sold out UK headline leg was scheduled for December with thrash legends Kreator as special guests, and Thy Art Is Murder and Gatecreeper rounding out the bill. The revised UK dates will take place in March 2023, together with Kreator as special guests, but new support will be confirmed in coming weeks.
The band stated simply on their social media, "We regrettably announce that due to unforeseen circumstances we have to postpone the 'State of Unrest' tour with Kreator to February / March 2023. Support for the new dates will be announced soon."
Says Kreator: "We deeply regret having to move the State Of Unrest tour to February 2023, due to factors outside of Kreator's control. If you are one of the 50,000 people who have held tickets since 2020, thank you for your continued support and excitement for these shows!
"Fortunately, you won’t have to wait too long. We hope that your already amazing patience can hold out for another 2 months, we promise it will be worth the wait. If you hold a ticket for a show and are unable to attend your new date, refunds are available to you - please contact your point of purchase. See you soon! Hail to the Hordes!"
Original tickets remain valid for the new dates. Unfortunately, it has not been possible to reschedule the Glasgow, UK show and so refunds for that date will be available from point of purchase.
The revised UK headline dates are as follows:
March 7 - Manchester, UK - Manchester Academy (Sold Out)
March 8 - Bristol, UK - O2 Academy (Sold Out)
March 10 - Birmingham, UK - O2 Academy (Sold Out)
March 11 - London, UK - O2 Brixton Academy (Sold Out)
Lamb Of God Announces Headbanger's Boat Cruise
Lamb Of God and Sixthman, creators of unforgettable festivals on sand and at sea for more than two decades, have announced the first-ever "Headbangers Boat," sailing October 31 - November 4, 2023 from Miami, FL to Nassau, Bahamas aboard the Norwegian Pearl.
Sign up for the pre-sale for Lamb Of God Headbangers Boat by November 3 to purchase your cabin before they’re made available to the public on Friday, November 11 at 7pm GMT (2pm EST).
Lamb Of God Headbangers Boat will feature live music from sun-up to sundown, across several stages and settings throughout the ship, including two unique shows from Lamb Of God, featuring a complete performance of their 2004 landmark third album, "Ashes Of The Wake," in its entirety. The 5x Grammy Award-nominated band will further honour heavy metal’s past, present, and future by curating a spectacular selection of special guests, including such hard rock icons as Mastodon, Hatebreed, GWAR, Shadows Fall, God Forbid, Fit For An Autopsy, and Lamb Of God’s Mark Morton (Solo Band), with special guest hosts Jose Mangin and Riki Rachtman, Jamey Jasta’s The Jasta Show, and more to be announced.
In addition, the fully immersive schedule of events will see members of Lamb Of God hosting an array of activities including a Q&A conversation and photography show with vocalist Randy Blythe, a drum-off with drummer Art Cruz, and casino tournament with bassist John Campbell. All guests will receive a signed Lamb Of God commemorative item, with a special cabin photo with Lamb Of God available exclusively to pre-sale buyers.
"Imagine the sheer horror on the faces of all the happy families aboard, let’s say, a Disney Cruise, when they look across the sea and see GWAR decapitating someone on the main deck of a big-ass boat filled with a few thousand crazed metalheads," says Lamb Of God vocalist Randy Blythe. "If there’s any better reason to go on the Headbangers Boat, I can’t think of one…well, that and all our other friends we’ve played shows on land with that will be joining us. It’s gonna be a party for sure – see y’all somewhere in the Atlantic!"
"A thrash metal cruise vacation to the Bahamas? Hell yea! Headbangers Boat!," says Lamb Of God guitarist Mark Morton. "We’re stoked about this one y’all! Join us in a celebration of the heavy metal movement that these bands and these fans have been building for the last two decades. Lots of incredible bands with some more surprises announcing soon. LFG!" More...
Firstborne (Megadeth, Ex-LoG, Etc.) Premiere Video
Firstborne - the supergroup led by former Lamb Of God/Megadeth drummer Chris Adler and current Megadeth bassist James LoMenzo - premiere a new track and music video named “Dead Rats“. The AI-generated clip was produced by visual artist Keith Robertson.
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Lamb Of God Premiere New Live Video “Nevermore”
Richmond, VA groove metal veterans Lamb Of God premiere a live-themed music video for “Nevermore“, taken from the group’s recently released ninth studio full-length “Omens“. The live footage was shot during this past August’s ‘Bloodstock Open Air‘ festival appearance in Walton-on-Trent, UK.
You can catch the band live at the below booked shows: More...
Lamb Of God Premiere New Live Video “Omens”
Richmond, VA-based groove metal outfit Lamb Of God premiere a live video for the title track to their impending new album “Omens“, due out next Friday, October 07th. The footage was filmed during the band's August 14th, 2022 performance at the ‘Bloodstock Open Air‘ in Walton-on-Trent, UK.
You can catch the band live at the below booked shows: More...
Lamb Of God Premiere New Single & Lyric Video
Richmond, VA-based groove metal veterans Lamb Of God premiered their new single and lyric video named “Grayscale” streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below. The track is the third single to arrive from the group’s coming ninth studio album “Omens“, which will be released on October 07th, 2022.
Tells rhythm guitarist Willie Adler: More...
Suicide Silence Premiere New Single & Music Video
Californian deathcore mainstays Suicide Silence premiere their new single and music video by the name of “You Must Die“, streaming now via YouTube and Spotify for you below. It's the first advance track to emerge from the outfit’s upcoming seventh studio full-length “Remember… You Must Die“, due out the first quarter of 2023. The band recorded the new effort with producer Taylor Young (Nails, Xibalba, etc.) with more details still to be revealed.
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Fit For An Autopsy Premiere Video For LOG Cover
New Jersey-based deathcore/death metal act Fit For An Autopsy premiere a new playthrough video for their take on Lamb Of God‘s “Walk With Me In Hell“. Fit For An Autopsy frontman Joe Badolato of course is no stranger to Lamb Of God‘s catalog, after filling-in for Randy Blythe this past spring, who contracted COVID-19 and had to sit out several shows.
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