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War of Ages

For albums of the same name, seeWar of Ages (War of Ages album)andWar of Ages (Serenity album).

War of Ages(sometimes abbreviatedWoA;formerly known asPoint Zero) is an AmericanChristian metal[1]band formed inErie, Pennsylvania,in 2002.

War of Ages
War of Ages performing in 2020
War of Ages performing in 2020
Background information
Also known asPoint Zero (2002–2005)
OriginErie, Pennsylvania,U.S.
GenresChristian metal,[1][2]metalcore[1]
Years active2002–present
LabelsStrike First,Facedown
MembersLeroy Hamp
Steve Brown
Jack Daniels
Elisha Mullins
Past membersJohn Lynch
Matt Moore
Kang Garnic
Nate Owensby
Branon Berntowicz
T.J. Alford
Mark Randazzo
Ryan Tidwell
Brendan Hengle
Rob Kerner
Alex Hamp
Kaleb Luebchow
Websitewarofagesmetal.com

The group consists of vocalist Leroy Hamp, lead guitarist Steve Brown, rhythm guitarist Jack Daniels and bassist Elisha Mullins. They are currently signed toFacedown Recordsand have released ten studio albums. Their most recent studio album,Dominion,was released on September 15, 2023.

History

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War of Ages began in 2002, originally as Point Zero.[3]The band recorded their debut EP,Unite Us All.Shortly after this release, the band switched names to War of Ages and signed withStrike First Records.[3]The band connected with the label via their friends inxDISCIPLEx A.D.,who were also from Erie, Pennsylvania.[4]

The band would record a self-titled debut, which was released byStrike First Recordsin July 2005. However, Kang Garnic replaced Moore during this time on guitars. In 2006, the band released their sophomore album,Pride of the Wicked,adding on formerMortal Treasonbassist TJ Alford, Hamp's brother Alex Hamp on drums, and rhythm guitarist Johnathan Lynch.

In 2007, the band releasedFire from the Tomb,a re-recording of their self-titled debut album. The band went into Cathouse Studios and began recording the album.[5]Arise and Conquerwas released in 2008, with Branon Bernatowicz joining the band as rhythm guitarist. FollowingArise and Conquer,the band began working withAs I Lay DyingvocalistTim Lambesisto produce their next album,Eternal,which would feature Lambesis on guest vocals, as well asJosh GilbertandSonny Sandoval.[3]The album was released in April 2010. It was written to stand out and was an emotional release.[6]The album was very well received, becoming the first to rank on theBillboard charts.[7][8][9][10]In 2012, the band released their fifth studio album,Return to Life.[11]Following in the footsteps ofEternal,the album ranked on the Billboard,[12][13][14][15][16]but some reviewers did not enjoy the album as much.[17]

In July 2014, the band released their sixth album,Supreme Chaos,which saw the induction of the newest member,Hope for the Dying's Jack Daniels on rhythm guitars.[18]With Daniels addition, the band added a very European style.[18]The album would also rank on the Billboard charts, ranking at 107 on theBillboard 200,[19]37 on Billboard Rock charts,[20]14 on Hard Rock charts,[21]5 on the Christian charts,[22]and 24 on the Independent albums charts.[23]

In December 2017, the band released their seventh album,Alpha,with the lineup of Hamp, Daniels, Brown, and a session drummer,Alex Rüdinger,who also worked withThe Facelessand7 Horns 7 Eyes.[24][25]In September 2019, the band released their eighth studio album,Void,alongside several singles.[26][27]The album would also be the debut forThe Burialmembers Elisha Mullins on bass and Kaleb Luebchow on drums.[27] On June 25, 2021, War of Ages released a new single, "No Altars". On September 24, the band released another single, "Pyrite", and also announced the release of a new EP,Rhema,on October 29.[28]

On July 29, 2022, the band announced that drummer Kaleb Luebchow died two days prior, without specifying the cause of death.[29]On August 11, 2023, the band released two singles, "Dominus" and "Armageddon", from their ninth studio album,Dominion,which was released on September 15, 2023 and features posthumous recordings of Luebchow and is dedicated to his memory.[30][31]

Christianity

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The band is known for their strong Christian faith which is expressed in their lyrics. In a 2009 radio interview withThe Full Armor of God Broadcast,Leroy Hamp professed that as Christians the band wants to "Make a difference in a world that's covered in darkness."[32][33]

Band members

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Timeline

Discography

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War of Ages discography
Studio albums10
EPs2
Singles8
Music videos11

Studio albums

Year Title Label Chart peaks
US US Heat US Rock US Hard Rock Christian Independent
2005 War of Ages Strike First Records — — — — — —
2006 Pride of the Wicked Facedown Records — — — — — —
2008 Arise and Conquer — — — — — —
2010 Eternal 179[7] 5[8] — 19[9] — 28[10]
2012 Return to Life 155[12] — 46[13] 8[14] 8[15] 28[16]
2014 Supreme Chaos 107[19] — 37[20] 14[21] 5[22] 24[23]
2017 Alpha — — — — — —
2019 Void — — — — — —
2023 Dominion — — — — — —

EPs

Re-recording album

Music videos

  • "Stand Your Ground" (directed by: Facedown Records)
  • "Strength Within" (directed by: Facedown Records)
  • "Through the Flames" (directed by: Andy Reale)
  • "All Consuming Fire" (directed by: Andy Reale)
  • "Collapse" (directed by: Drew Russ)
  • "Silent Night" (directed by: DJ Cosgrove)
  • "From Ashes" (directed by: Matt Spencer)
  • "Chaos Theory" (directed by: Matt Spencer)
  • "Lionheart" (directed by: Matt Spencer)
  • "Creator" (directed by: Matt Spencer)
  • "Miles Apart" (directed by: Matt Spencer)

References

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  1. ^abcHill, Stephen (September 16, 2014)."WAR OF AGES: SUPREME CHAOS".Metal Hammer.RetrievedJanuary 28,2015.Metalcore crew offer lots of hooks, not a lot of catch
  2. ^Jones, Kim."Top 8 Christian Metal Bands".About.com.RetrievedJanuary 29,2016.
  3. ^abcChristopher Monger, James."War of Ages".AllMusic.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  4. ^JoshIVM (April 24, 2007)."Interview: War of Ages".Indie Vision Music.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  5. ^"LEGACY: WAR OF AGES" FIRE FROM THE TOMB "".Facedown Records.July 24, 2007.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  6. ^Moore, Bruce (April 26, 2010)."Interview with War of Ages Vocalist Leroy Hamp".Pure Grain Audio.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  7. ^abBillboard."Top 200 Albums: May 1, 2010".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  8. ^abBillboard."Heatseekers Albums: May 1, 2010".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  9. ^abBillboard."Hard Rock Music: May 1, 2010".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  10. ^abBillboard."Independent Albums: May 1, 2010".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  11. ^Dodderidge, Tim (April 26, 2012)."War of Ages - Return to Life".Mind Equals Blown.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  12. ^abBillboard."Top 200 Albums: May 12, 2012".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  13. ^abBillboard."Rock Albums: May 12, 2012".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  14. ^abBillboard."Hard Rock Music: Top Hard Rock Albums | Billboard".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  15. ^abBillboard."Christian Albums: May 12, 2012".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  16. ^abBillboard."Billboard".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  17. ^Sol (April 25, 2012)."CD Review: War of Ages - Return to Life".Metal Injection.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  18. ^abOlson, Reid (August 13, 2014)."War of Ages - Supreme Chaos".HM Magazine.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  19. ^abBillboard."Top 200 Albums: August 9, 2014".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  20. ^abBillboard."Rock Albums: August 9, 2014".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  21. ^abBillboard."Hard Rock Music: August 9, 2014".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  22. ^abBillboard."Christian Albums: August 9, 2014".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  23. ^abBillboard."Independent Albums: August 9, 2014".Prometheus Global Media.RetrievedNovember 24,2016.
  24. ^"War of Ages - Alpha".AllMusic.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  25. ^B, Brody (December 7, 2017)."War of Ages - Alpha".Indie Vision Music.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  26. ^Weaver, Michael (November 11, 2019)."War of Ages -" Void "".Jesusfreakhideout.com.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  27. ^abLewandowski, Nao (September 27, 2019)."War of Ages - Void".HM Magazine.RetrievedMarch 4,2020.
  28. ^"War Of Ages Releases New Single 'Pyrite', New Ep" Rhema "Out Oct. 29".The Metal Resource. September 24, 2021.RetrievedAugust 4,2022.
  29. ^"War Of Ages Drummer Kaleb Luebchow Has Passed Away".ThePRP. July 29, 2022.RetrievedJuly 29,2022.
  30. ^"War Of Ages Debut Two Singles From Newly Announced Album" Dominion "".ThePRP. August 10, 2023.RetrievedAugust 11,2023.
  31. ^"War Of Ages Announce New Album" Dominion ", Release Two New Songs" Dominus "&" Armageddon "".The Mosh Network. August 13, 2023.RetrievedAugust 20,2023.
  32. ^"War of Ages radio interview".The Full Armor of God Broadcast.RetrievedAugust 20,2010.
  33. ^Goodman, Emily (January 5, 2015)."War Of Ages performs with Incredible Christian Faith".AXS.RetrievedSeptember 15,2017.
  34. ^Chambers, Jarrod (November 10, 2017)."The Lord's call, the former drummer of War of Ages, shares his story. An exclusive with Alex Hamp".The Metal Onslaught.RetrievedNovember 29,2017.
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