Drop Dead Gorgeous

Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Denver, Colorado, Drop Dead, Gorgeous carved out a significant niche as a pioneering American post-hardcore band. The bands iconic lineup featured the dynamic **Danny Stillman** on **lead vocals**, driving their sound with his distinctive delivery. Complementing Stillmans energy were the intricate riffs of Kyle Browning on lead guitar, the foundational rhythm provided by Jake Hansen on bass and Dan Gustavson on rhythm guitar, the atmospheric textures woven by Jonathan Leary on keys, synth, and programming, and the powerful percussive backbone laid down by Danny Cooper on drums and percussion.

Throughout their active years, Drop Dead, Gorgeous left an indelible mark with their discography, releasing three impactful full-length studio albums and a notable EP. Their landmark 2009 album, The Hot N` Heavy, proved a commercial and critical success, storming the Billboard charts. It impressively landed at No. 6 on the Top Heatseekers chart, showcased their indie prowess at No. 23 on the Independent Albums chart, and even broke into the mainstream at No. 192 on The Billboard 200 – a testament to their growing influence in the hardcore and metalcore scenes.

Key Moments in Drop Dead, Gorgeous History

June 2007 saw Drop Dead, Gorgeous hitting the road with their Rise Records labelmates, embarking on the highly anticipated Rise Records Tour. This formidable lineup featured fellow scene heavyweights like The Devil Wears Prada, Dance Gavin Dance, and At the Throne of Judgment, solidifying their presence within the burgeoning post-hardcore and metalcore landscape.

Following their label tour, the band ventured internationally, playing a series of electrifying shows in Mexico from July 18-22. This international stint was a prelude to a significant summer, as they then joined the iconic Vans Warped Tour 2007, performing across North America from July 25 to August 25. Their Warped Tour run exposed their dynamic sound to a massive audience, further cementing their status in the alternative rock and punk rock circuits.

The year 2007 also marked a notable collaboration: Wes Borland, legendary guitarist of Limp Bizkit, lent his distinctive talents to select tracks on Drop Dead, Gorgeouss album, ***Worse Than a Fairy Tale***. This creative alliance was facilitated by their shared affiliation with **Ross Robinsons influential I AM:WOLFPACK label**, a testament to the band`s credibility within the nu-metal and alternative metal communities.