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Heaven's Force
OriginFort Worth, Texas, United States
GenresChristian metal, Thrash metal,[1][2] Power metal,[1] Speed metal[1]
Years active1983-1984
LabelsIndependent, Open Grave
Past membersDave Gryder
Kelly Berger
Chris Richie

Heaven's Force was a Christian metal band, that is thought to be the first Christian thrash metal band.[1][4] The band consists of Drummer/Vocalist Dave Gryder, Guitarist Chris Richie, and Bassist Kelly Berger. The band formed in 1983, and disbanded around late 1984. The band released two demos and a compilation. In 2008, Richie committed suicide after a long time of depression.[5] After this unfortunate event, Gryder stated that the band would never reunite without their friend.[5] In 2009, the band re-released their demos via Open Grace Records.[6] The band has been compared to Slayer, Venom, and Exciter.[7]

Members

Last known lineup
  • Dave Gryder - Vocals, Drums
  • Christopher "Chris" Richie - Guitar (RIP 2008)
  • Kelly Berger - Bass

Discography

Demos
  • Aggressive Angel (1983)
  • Heaven's Force (1984)
Compilation
  • Aggressive Angel (2009)
Compilation appearances
  • Texas Metal Archives Volume One (2009; Metal Rising/Brainticket Records)
  • Back in the Day: An Old School Compilation (2018; The Bearded Dragon Productions)

References

  1. ^ a b c d "Heaven's force". Encyclopedia Metallum. Retrieved March 22, 2016.
  2. ^ xFiruath (June 10, 2009). "Heaven's Force". Metal Underground. Retrieved March 22, 2016.
  3. ^ Beard, Mace (October 17, 2016). "Interview: Dave Gryder, formerly of Heaven's Force". The Bearded Dragon.
  4. ^ "HEAVEN'S FORCE Demos To Be Released; Four Tracks Streaming Online Now". BraveWords.com. June 10, 2009. Retrieved March 22, 2016.
  5. ^ a b Classic Christian Rock Zone (May 2014). "Interview with Dave Gryder, Ex-Heaven's Force". Blogspot. Retrieved March 22, 2016.
  6. ^ "Heaven's Force Demos To Be Released". Blabbermouth.net. June 10, 2009. Retrieved March 22, 2016.
  7. ^ "Heaven's Force". No Life Til' Metal. Retrieved March 22, 2016.
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