Poison the Well

Poison the Well: A Hardcore History

Poison the Well, hailing from Miami, Florida, burst onto the metalcore scene with a raw energy that captured the attention of hardcore fans worldwide. Signed to Ferret Music, they carved out a unique niche with their blend of aggression and melody, quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with.

The band's origins trace back to 1997 when vocalist Aryeh Lehrer and lead guitarist Ryan Primack formed Doubting Thomas, a name Lehrer himself coined. The band's initial home was in Coral Springs, Florida, where they honed their sound at J.P. Taravella High School before relocating their rehearsals to Miami.

Lehrer, a veteran of the band Reaching Out, brought in rhythm guitarist Russel Saunders, formerly of Side Order, and bassist Shane Halpern, who had just moved to Florida from North Carolina. This lineup solidified the band's sound, leading to a name change in December 1997 to An Acre Lost, a name suggested by Saunders' girlfriend.

This early period, characterized by their raw, chaotic energy, set the stage for the band's eventual ascent to metalcore prominence.

(Continue with the next chapter of their history, following the band's evolution through name changes, lineup shifts, and musical development.)