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== History ==
== History ==
The group formed in 1990, establishing itself on the [[New York hardcore]] and metal scene through frequent touring and a few demo releases. In 1995, the band released an EP after vocalist Jorge joined, replacing Minus, and toured with [[Biohazard (band)|Biohazard]].<ref name=allmusic>[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p169818/biography|pure_url=yes}} Biography] at Allmusic.com</ref> Upon the release of their 1996 debut, the band scored a slot opening for [[Fear Factory]] and toured Europe in 1995 with [[Böhse Onkelz]].
The group formed in 1990, establishing itself on the [[New York hardcore]] and metal scene through frequent touring and a few demo releases. In 1995, the band released an EP after vocalist Jorge joined, replacing Minus, and toured with [[Biohazard (band)|Biohazard]].<ref name=allmusic>[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p169818/biography|pure_url=yes}} Biography] at .com</ref> Upon the release of their debut, the band scored a slot opening for [[Fear Factory]] and toured Europe in 1995 with [[Böhse Onkelz]].
Merauder shifted into [[crossover thrash]] and [[metalcore]] genres.<ref name=allmusic /> The band split up following the recording of their 2003 release ”Bluetality”.
The band split up following the recording of their 2003 release ”Bluetality”.
In 2007, vocalist Jorge Rosado formed his own version of the band. Guitarist Anthony Muccini publicly opposed Rosado’s use of the name Merauder, though Muccini himself is not an original member, having replaced the original guitarist, “Karate” Chris Bozeth.
In 2007, vocalist Jorge Rosado formed his own version of the band. Guitarist Anthony Muccini publicly opposed Rosado’s use of the name Merauder, though Muccini himself is not an original member, having replaced the original guitarist, “Karate” Chris Bozeth.
* Jorge Rosado – vocals (1995–2003, 2008–present)
* Jorge Rosado – vocals (1995–2003, 2008–present)
* Kevin Mahon – guitar (2018–present), bass (2013–2018)
* Kevin Mahon – guitar (2018–present), bass (2013–2018)
* Gabe “Biggz” Saldivar – bass, business manager (2025–present)
* Gabe Saldivar – bass, business manager (2025–present)
* [[Marc Rizzo]] – guitar (2025–present)
* [[Marc Rizzo]] – guitar (2025–present)
* Ely Castillo– drums (2025–present)
* Ely Castillo– drums (2025–present)
== Discography ==
== Discography ==
=== Studio albums ===
=== Studio albums ===
*”Master Killer” (1996, [[Century Media]])
*”Master Killer” (1996, [[Century Media]])
*”Five Deadly Venoms” (1999, Century Media)
*”Five Deadly Venoms” (1999, Century Media)
*”Bluetality” (2003, Century Media)
*”Bluetality” (2003, Century Media)
=== Other ===
=== Other ===
*”Demo Tape” with Minus on vocals (1993)
*”Demo Tape” with Minus on vocals (1993)
*”Split EP” with Stigmata (1995, Stone Records)
*”Split EP” with Stigmata (1995, Stone Records)
*”Demo Tape” with Eddie Sutton of [[Leeway (band)|Leeway]] on vocals (1998)
*”Demo Tape” with Eddie Sutton of [[Leeway (band)|Leeway]] on vocals (1998)
*”Master Killers: A Complete Anthology” (Compilation) (2007, Century Media)
*”Master Killers: A Complete Anthology” () (2007, Century Media)
=== Covers ===
=== Covers ===
* “Downfall of Christ” by [[Heaven Shall Burn]] (Album – ”[[Iconoclast (Part 1: The Final Resistance)]]”)
* “Downfall of Christ” by [[Heaven Shall Burn]] ( – ”[[Iconoclast (Part 1: The Final Resistance)]]”)
* “Life is Pain” by [[Hatebreed]] (Album – ”[[For the Lions]]”)
* “Life Pain” by [[Hatebreed]] ( – ”[[For the Lions]]”)
* “Master Killer” by [[God Forbid]] ([[Century Media Records]]’s 2CD compilation ”Covering 20 Years of Extremes”)
* “Master Killer” by [[God Forbid]] ([[Century Media Records]]’s 2CD compilation ”Covering 20 Years of Extremes”)
* “See You in Hell” from [[Grim Reaper (band)|Grim Reaper]]’s album [[See You in Hell (album)|”See You in Hell” (1984)]] (Featured on the album ”God is I”)
* “See You in Hell” from [[Grim Reaper (band)|Grim Reaper]]’s album [[See You in Hell (album)|”See You in Hell” (1984)]] ( on the album ”God I”)
* “Master Killer” by [[Twitching Tongues]], a bonus track on the album ”World War Live”
* “Master Killer” by [[Twitching Tongues]], a bonus track on the album ”World War Live”
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Merauder is an American metalcore band from New York City, formed in 1990.
History
The group formed in 1990, establishing itself on the New York hardcore and metal scene through frequent touring and a few demo releases. In 1995, the band released an EP after vocalist Jorge joined, replacing Minus, and toured with Biohazard.[5] Upon the release of their debut Master Killer later that year, the band scored a slot opening for Fear Factory and toured Europe in 1995 with Böhse Onkelz.[5]
The band split up following the recording of their 2003 release Bluetality.
In 2007, vocalist Jorge Rosado formed his own version of the band. Guitarist Anthony Muccini publicly opposed Rosado’s use of the name Merauder, though Muccini himself is not an original member, having replaced the original guitarist, “Karate” Chris Bozeth.
In 2008, the band announced completion of a new studio album recorded at Big Blue Meenie studios in Jersey City, New Jersey, and embarked on headline tours through Europe, Japan, and the U.S. The band also finished touring with the Haunted and the Agonist. A new album titled God Is I was released June 19, 2009, in Europe and August 11, 2009, through Regain Records. Although there were many difficulties with the European release, Regain has sent the copies only to Germany, Switzerland, Austria and the Netherlands.
In December 2009, Merauder toured around Europe with Entombed and Devious. Their last show was at Eindhoven‘s Metal Meeting, where they shared the stage with Satyricon, Nile and Legion of the Damned.
In May the band went on a tour around the US West Coast (including a festival in Las Vegas with Donnybrook and Grave Maker) and Mexico. In August they joined This is Hardcore festival in Philadelphia, along with Bane, Cro-Mags, Sheer Terror, Death Before Dishonor and more.
In February 2011, a fan-made video for the song “Until” surfaced online featuring Rosado and Smerdon.
In the summer of 2018, Merauder returned to Europe for a full tour with UK metal/hardcore band Climate of Fear, featuring Rosado and longtime bassist Kevin Mahon and members of Climate of Fear filling in. After some time of low activity Merauder began to announce shows for late fall of 2025. This would progress to include announcements of significant shows for 2026, two of which being FYA Fest 12 in Orlando, Florida and Alcatraz Festival in Belgium. Paired with these live show announcements Merauder saw multiple lineup shifts. The first began in late September with the addition of Ely Castillo, formerly the drummer of Bitter End and currently of Hardside. Next would see the exit of guitarist Patrick Conley who had been with the band since 2021. By early October it was announced that his replacement would be the well known guitarist Marco Rizzo of Soulfly and Ill Nino fame. With a new lineup established Merauder has promised their efforts on releasing new music to tour on far into 2026.
Band members
Current members
- Jorge Rosado – vocals (1995–2003, 2008–present)
- Kevin Mahon – guitar (2018–present), bass (2013–2018)
- Gabe “Biggz” Saldivar – bass, business manager (2025–present)
- Marc Rizzo – guitar (2025–present)
- Ely Castillo– drums (2025–present)
Former members
Vocalists
- Minus Rodriguez (of Minus1)
- Eddie Sutton (of Leeway) (died 2024)
Guitarists
- Javier Carpio (died 2006)
- “Karate” Chris Bozeth
- Anthony Muccini
- Delvin “DJ” Hodges
- Dave Stafford
- Darian Polach
- Ernesto Colon (2013–2018)
- Andrew “Lumpy” Francis
- Dylan Tobia
- Patrick Conley – guitar (2021–2025)
Bassists
- Eamon Carney
- Rick Lopez
- Michael MacIvor (of Candiria, Dead Air, Rampage)
- Javier E. Javier
- Drew Smerdon
- Owen Derrill
- Dylan Tobia
- JT Anderson
Drummers
Original lineup – 1990 demo
- Minus – vocals
- Javier Carpio “Sob” – guitar
- “Karate” Chris Bozeth – guitar
- Eamon Carney – bass
- Vinny Vitale – drums
Discography
Studio albums
Other
- Demo Tape with Minus on vocals (1993)
- Split EP with Stigmata (1995, Stone Records)
- Demo Tape with Eddie Sutton of Leeway on vocals (1998)
- Master Killers: A Complete Anthology (compilation) (2007, Century Media)
Covers
References
- ^ Anderson, Jason. “Master Killer: A Complete Anthology”. AllMusic. Retrieved July 12, 2024.
- ^ Carman, Keith. “Merauder God Is I”. Exclaim!. Retrieved July 12, 2024.
- ^ Breiham, Tom (September 5, 2023). “Album Of The Week: Pain Of Truth Not Through Blood”. Stereogum. Retrieved November 10, 2024.
- ^ Coyle, Doc (August 12, 2015). “Hidden Gems: Rediscovering The ’90s Post-Thrash Groove Metal Scene”. VH1. Archived from the original on May 24, 2022.
- ^ a b Biography at AllMusic.com
- ^ Hill, Shawn Jam (August 1, 2009). “Recordings | Metal”. The Ottawa Citizen. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. p. J4. Retrieved June 13, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
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