Corpus Christi (band)
Corpus Christi | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Skintrade (2002-2006) |
| Origin | Cincinnati, Ohio, USA |
| Genres | Christian metal,[1] metalcore,[1] Melodic death metal[1] |
| Years active | 2002-present |
| Labels | Victory Records |
| Members | Jarrod Christman Max O'Connell Steph Roat |
| Past members | Justin Evans Chris Towning Will Henry Jon Pauly Phil Smith Andrew Poling Derek Ayres Caleb Rhoads Tyler Jameson Aaron Strickland |
| Website | Corpus Christi on Myspace |
Corpus Christi is an American Christian metal band originating from Cincinnati, Ohio.[3][4] The term "Corpus Christi" is Latin for "body of Christ," which fits the band's Christian lyrics. They are currently signed to a five record contract on Victory Records. Corpus Christi has been featured on TVU's weekly countdown show, TMW.[5]
History
The Darker Shades of White (2009-2010)
Forgoing the option of a self-titled album, Corpus Christi entitled their debut album The Darker Shades of White and released it on Victory Records. Hit songs and videos from this album include "Fight for Your King" and "Parade of Scars." Half way through the Scream The Prayer '09 tour, original drummer Justin Evans unexpectedly left the band and Aaron Eckermann, drummer from the Christian metal band A Plea For Purging, filled in for the rest of the tour. The band then found a replacement drummer, Peter Keres. Original vocalist Will Henry left the band and former Agraceful vocalist Chris Roetter filled in as the vocalist for the remaining shows on the tours.
A Feast for Crows (2010-2012)
The band's second release, entitled A Feast for Crows, brought a new type of sound from the band. Guitarist and vocalist Jarrod Christman was the only remaining member from their first release The Darker Shades of White. On June 29, the band released the first single, called "Monuments", off of the new album. The album was released by Victory Records on July 6, 2010.
Upcoming third studio album (2012-present)
In February 2012, vocalist Max O'Connell said the band was currently writing their newest album. On their Facebook page, the band said the new album should be out in either the Fall or Winter 2012. However, no album was released.
In December 2013, the band released a demo song entitled "The Glorious". The song suggested a heavier, grittier sound for their forthcoming album.
Band members
- Current[6]
- Jarrod Christman - rhythm guitar, clean vocals (2002-present)
- Max O'Connell - harsh vocals (2009-present), bass (2009-2010)
- Steph Roat - bass guitar (Glassworld) (2012-present)
- Former members
- Brian Cash - drums (2002-2007) (ex-Beneath The Sky)
- Justin Evans - drums (2007-2009) (Fall of Babylon)
- Chris Towning - bass guitar (2002-2008) (ex-Suffocate Faster, Bury Your Dead, ex-Too Pure To Die, DevilDriver)
- Will Henry - harsh vocals (2006-2009)
- Jon Pauly - lead guitar (2002-2009)
- Phil Smith - bass guitar (2008-2009)
- Andy Poling - drums (2009-2012) (Orca)
- Brian Maier Jr. - vocals (2002-2006)
- Caleb Rhoads - bass guitar (2009-2012)
- Derek Ayres - lead guitar (2009-2012) (Orca)
- Aaron Strickland - lead guitar (2012-2014)
- Tyler Jameson - drums (2012-2014)
- Peter Keres - drums (2009)
- Touring
- Aaron Eckerman - drums (A Plea for Purging) (2009)
- Chris Roetter - vocals (ex-Agraceful, ex-Emarosa, Like Moths To Flames) (2009)
Timeline
Discography
- Studio albums
| Released | Title | Label(s) |
|---|---|---|
| February 17, 2009 | The Darker Shades of White | Victory Records |
| July 6, 2010 | A Feast For Crows | Victory Records |
- Music videos
- Fight For Your King (The Darker Shades Of White) -2009
- Monuments (A Feast For Crows) -2010
- Studio EPs
| Released | Title | Label(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | It's Always Darkest Before the Dawn | (independent) |
References
- ^ a b c HelligUsvart (July 30, 2007). "Corpus Christi". Encyclopedia Metallum. Retrieved December 16, 2015.
- ^ "Corpus Christi". Victory Records. Retrieved September 17, 2015.
- ^ Victory Records - Corpus Christi
- ^ (February 17, 2009). "Corpus Christi - The Darker Shades Of White", AbsolutePunk.net. Retrieved on 2009-05-31.
- ^ YouTube - TMW - Corpus Christi
- ^ Corpus Christi. "About". Facebook.