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Avenged Sevenfold (A7X), the Huntington Beach, California heavy metal titans, exploded onto the scene in 1999. Their current lineup—M. Shadows (vocals), Zacky Vengeance (rhythm guitar), Synyster Gates (lead guitar), Johnny Christ (bass), and Brooks Wackerman (drums)—continues to deliver their signature blend of hard-hitting riffs and dramatic flair.
Initially emerging with a metalcore edge on their debut, Sounding the Seventh Trumpet, and solidifying that sound on Waking the Fallen, A7X dramatically shifted gears with their major label breakthrough, City of Evil. This album marked a transition to a more classic heavy metal style, a path they further explored on their self-titled release. Their ascent to mainstream success was tragically interrupted by the death of founding drummer Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan in 2009. Undeterred, the band, with the assistance of Dream Theater`s Mike Portnoy, delivered the emotionally charged Nightmare in 2010, their first #1 debut on the Billboard 200.
Arin Ilejay took over drumming duties in 2011, contributing to Hail to the King (2013). This album, Ilejays only with the band, showcased a powerful blend of heavy metal and hard rock, reflecting A7X’s deep respect for their musical influences. From metalcore beginnings to their current mastery of a more traditional, yet undeniably unique heavy metal sound, Avenged Sevenfolds journey is a testament to their resilience and artistic evolution.
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