Band: Bolt Thrower
Bolt Thrower are THE band that has defined themselves and their music as "war metal". The bands has been in existance for over a decade churning out their version of death/grind, some consider them to be one of the founders of grindcore along with the likes of Carcass and Napalm Death. Most fans of the band consider the album "War Master" to be a classic, which in turn spawned an E.P. titled "Cenotaph" which is one of the most head twisting war tracks from the "War Master" album. The band had a pretty stable history for most of it's lifespan, exept for the brief departure of vocalist Karl Willets in the mid 90's and being replaced on tour by former Asphyx/Pestillence growler Martin Van Drunen. Karl ended up returning shortly after and went on to record a few more slabs before finally getting the boot. His replacement, Dave Ingram, of the infamous band Benidiction would take over the vocal chores for their lates release and Drummer Andy Whale would also take leave at this time and would be replaced by Martin Kearns. If your fan of low end guteral Death/Grind metal, and love war anthems...this band will appease your taste for the kill.
Jo-Anne Bench has been considered one of the first few females involved with being in a metal band.
Current (or Last Known) Lineup
Musician | Instruments | Currently Also In | Used To Be In | Guest Appearances |
---|---|---|---|---|
Jo Bench | Bass | |||
Martin Kearns | Drums | |||
Barry Thompson | Guitar | |||
Gavin Ward | Guitar | |||
Karl Willets | Vocals |
Past Lineup (Members Who Never Appeared on an Album)
Discography (13 Releases)
2005 - Those Once Loyal by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Martin Kearns | Drums |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
2001 - Honour Valour Pride by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Dave Ingram | Vocals |
Martin Kearns | Drums |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
1998 - Who Dares Wins (Comp.) by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1998 - Mercenary by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Alex Thomas | Drums |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1994 - Live War (Live) by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1994 - For Victory by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1992 - Spearhead (EP) by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1992 - The IVth Crusade by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1991 - Cenotaph (EP) by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1991 - War Master by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1991 - The Peel Sessions by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1989 - Realm Of Chaos by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |
1988 - In Battle There Is No Law by Bolt Thrower
Jo Bench | Bass |
Barry Thompson | Guitar |
Gavin Ward | Guitar |
Andy Whale | Drums |
Karl Willets | Vocals |