Angkor Wat (band)
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Corpus Christi, Texas, United States |
| Genres | Thrash metal, hardcore punk |
| Years active | 1986–1990 |
| Labels | Metal Blade |
| Past members | Adam Grossman Dave Nuss Danny Lohner Dave Brinkman Mike Trevino Mike Titsworth |
Angkor Wat was an American Thrash metal band from Corpus Christi, Texas. Named after the Hindu-then-Buddhist temple complex, they were forerunners of the hardcore punk scene that emerged from Corpus Christi in the mid-eighties.[1]
History
Angkor Wat was formed by Adam Grossman, Danny Lohner, Dave Nuss, Dave Brinkman and Mike Trevino. Mike Titsworth joined the band after Mike T. left the group, with the former two being the core of the band. Their energetic live performances along with their unique blend of thrash metal and hardcore punk landed the band a deal with Metal Blade Records, under which they released two albums.[2] A third album was recorded under the name Angkor Wat, but due to the stylistic difference from the band's previous work Lohner opted to release it as Skrew's debut.[3]
Aftermath
In 1990, Adam Grossman and Danny Lohner relocated to Austin and continued their musical partnership under the name Skrew, a project that had industrial music leanings. Lohner later became known for his collaborations with acts such as Trent Reznor, Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, and A Perfect Circle.[4][5]
Discography
- Studio albums
- When Obscenity Becomes the Norm...Awake! (1989, Metal Blade)
- Corpus Christi (1990, Metal Blade)
- Compilations
- When Obscenity Becomes the Norm...Awake!/Corpus Christi (1995, Metal Blade)
References
- ^ Guerrero, Richard (May 2008). "The Rise of Hardcore Punk in Corpus Christi - Part I: 1978-1986". CITIZINE. Retrieved August 31, 2012.
- ^ "Angkor Wat Band Page". tartareandesire.com. April 9, 2004. Retrieved August 31, 2012.
- ^ Guerrero, Richard (March 30, 2012). "Local Frontman of Skrew Returns to Corpus Christi". Corpus Christi Caller-Times. Retrieved August 31, 2012.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "Renholder: The Danny Lohner Interview". movementmagazine.com. Retrieved August 31, 2012.
- ^ Huey, Steve. "Nine Inch Nails biography". Allmusic. Retrieved August 31, 2012.