Aftershok is a four-piece classic metal band that showcases aggressive guitars and powerful, melodic vocals. Their sound is firmly grounded in the best traditions of melodic hard rock and metal, but through their commitment to strong songwriting and musicianship they have forged a style that is all their own.
Aftershok began in the summer of 1996 as a collaboration between vocalist Vic Hix and guitarist George Mihalovich. Vic and George M quickly realized that they shared the same vision for a classic melodic hard rock / metal band, and made the decision to concentrate on developing the project until they found just the right individuals to solidify the line-up. Fast-forward a few years; veteran drummer George B. came aboard in late 1999, and bassist Nick G. joined in early 2000. The band was complete, and after months of intense rehearsal, Aftershok began to perform in late 2000.
Throughout 2001 and early 2002, the band began recording as they continued to hone their material through live performances. In April of 2002, Aftershok celebrated the international release of their independent debut CD, Unfinished Business. The CD has received excellent reviews, appearing in esteemed metal publications such as Heavy, Oder Was!?, Metal Hammer and Rock Hard (Germany), Burrn! (Japan) and Metal Maniacs and The Harder Beat (U.S.). Aftershok has also been featured on many leading metal web sites, including www.HardRadio.com, www.Metal-Rules.com and www.MetalKingdom.com.
Since their first performance at Cleveland, OH's famed Odeon Concert Club on November 25, 2000, Aftershok has opened shows for international recording artists such as Judas Priest, Ratt, Yngwie Malmsteen, Savatage, Nevermore, Lizzy Borden, Seven Witches, Britny Fox and Doro Pesch. They also supported Skid Row/Vince Neil/Poison and Motorhead/Dio/Iron Maiden on the Pittsburgh dates of their respective 2003 summer tours.
In 2005, Aftershok will be performing at selected venues throughout the Eastern U.S. in support of their second full-length release, Burning Chrome.
Check out the artist's website:
http://www.aftershok.comTrack List:
1. Sons Of Thunder
2. Burning Chrome
3. Against The Rage
4. Dream Maker
5. Livin' On The Redline
6. When Comes The Rain
7. Riot
8. Do You Believe?
9. Bombs Away!
10. The Gathering
11. Edge of Tomorrow
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