Thrown into Exile

Thrown Into Exile
Thrown Into Exile at Rockstar Mayhem Festival 2013
Thrown Into Exile at Rockstar Mayhem Festival 2013
Background information
OriginLos Angeles, California, U.S.
GenresMetalcore
Years active2011–present
LabelsUrban Yeti Records
MembersMario Rubio
Evan Seidlitz
Tom Tierney
Javier Quinto
Austin Monzon
Past membersColin Reed
Erik Tisinger
Chase Brickenden
Ray Sanchez
Dave Corsile
Henry Derek
Zac Morris
Joey Dalo
Scott Shelko
Edwin Haroutonian
WebsiteThrown into Exile on Facebook

Thrown into Exile is an American metalcore band from Los Angeles. They got their first break in 2012 when they were able to win the "Road to Mayhem" competition to secure a slot performing on the same bill as bands Slipknot, Motörhead, Anthrax, and Slayer.[1] The band has so far released one EP and toured on the Mayhem Festival 2013 in support of it.[2] The band has opened for a number of notable bands including Sepultura, Fear Factory, Chimaira, All Shall Perish, Testament, Morbid Angel, and more.[3]

Touring (2012)

In 2012, Thrown into Exile toured on the Rockstar Mayhem Festival, the Summer Slaughter tour and the California Metalfest, as well as opening slots for Testament, Fear Factory and Sepultura.[4] The band worked on their debut four-song 2013 EP.[5] They're working with producer Mike Spreitzer of the band DevilDriver.[6] In 2012, the band got connected with the people from Mayhem Festival when they did the Headbang for the Highway contest to win a spot on the Sumerian Stage.[7] They won the battle of the bands to open up the Sumerian Stage for the first day in San Bernardino of Mayhem Fest.[6]

Debut EP, Mayhem Festival, and lineup changes (2013–present)

The band's Thrown into Exile debut EP was released on April 2, 2013, via iTunes, and Amazon. The EP was produced by DevilDriver guitarist Mike Spreitzer. For summer 2013, the band returned to the Rockstar Mayhem Festival, but as an official touring band for the entire tour. They shared the stage with headliners Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Mastodon, and Machine head.[1] Sirius Radio Liquid Metal channel has been playing and supporting their first single Not Alone all summer long and have been receiving constant requests to play it.[6]

The band has been working on their debut full-length album due out in 2014.[8] According to Evan's Facebook, he said they already have about 7 songs finished, and that they were shopping around for the right label to sign to before they release it.[4]

On November 16, 2013, it was announced that Chase, Erik, Evan, and Colin will no longer be in Thrown into Exile due to musical differences, leaving Mario the only original member left.[9] In May 2014, it was announced that the four members formed a new band called Grimace.[10]

On December 23, 2014, it was announced that Henry Derek, the current vocalist for Act of Defiance and former vocalist for Scar the Martyr, was the band's new vocalist. The band also released a new song titled "Restore the Truth", which features former DevilDriver drummer John Boecklin.[11] A few days later, the rest of the band lineup was also revealed.

On October 19, 2024, the band announced their new EP, Passageways, would be released on November 15.[12]

Influences

The band have cited an array of influences including Children of Bodom, Machine Head, Amon Amarth, Rob Zombie,[13] Black Sabbath, Metallica, Pantera, Slayer, Anthrax, Megadeth, In Flames, Fear Factory, Soilwork, Slipknot, Danzig,[14] Misfits,[15] Dimmu Borgir, Bathory, Mayhem,[16] Satyricon,[17] Testament, Killswitch Engage, As I Lay Dying, DevilDriver,[18] and Lamb of God[19] as their artistic influences.

In an interview, guitarist Mario Rubio had stated on behalf of the bands influences as: "I mean the list goes on and on and on! But there's also stuff outside of metal, our drummer Chase comes from a jazz, funk, & R&B background and I really enjoy listening to Louis Prima, Dean Martin, Depeche Mode, Morrissey, The Smiths, Frank Sinatra etc.[13]

Former vocalist Evan Seidlitz has also cited that his vocal style, image, and stage performance is influenced by Björn Strid of Soilwork,[17] Satyr of Satyricon, and Shagrath of Dimmu Borgir.[20]

Members

Current members
  • Mario Rubio – guitars (2011–present)
  • Evan Seidlitz – vocals (2011–2013, 2023–present)
  • Tom Tierney – drums (2020–present)
  • Javier Quinto – bass (2022–present)
  • Austin Monzon – guitars (2023–present)
Former members
  • Colin Reed – guitars (2011–2013)
  • Erik Tisinger – bass (2011–2013)
  • Chase Brickenden – drums (2011–2013)
  • Ray Sanchez – guitars (2014–2023)
  • Dave Corsile – bass (2014–2022) (died 2023)
  • Henry Derek Elis – vocals (2014–2017)
  • Zac Morris – drums (2014–2017)
  • Joey Dalo – vocals (2017–2022)
  • Scott Shelko – drums (2017–2020)
  • Edwin Haroutonian – vocals (2022–2023)

Discography

Studio albums

  • Safe Inside (2016)
  • II: Illusion of Control (2020)

EPs

Singles

Year Title Album
2013 "Not Alone" Thrown into Exile
2017 "The Wronged" Non-album single
2020 "The Mourning" Non-album single

Music videos

Year Title Director
2013 Not Alone Fabio Jafet

Non-album tracks

References

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  2. ^ "Bands / Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival. 2013 Bands Announced Tickets on Sale Now / Thrown into Exile". Archived from the original on August 18, 2013. Retrieved August 16, 2013.
  3. ^ "Thrown Into Exile". Facebook. Retrieved January 3, 2015.
  4. ^ a b "An Interview with Evan Seidlitz of Thrown into Exile". Joe Daly. May 6, 2013. Retrieved August 17, 2013.
  5. ^ "iTunes – Music – Thrown into Exile – EP by Thrown into Exile". Itunes.apple.com. April 2, 2013. Retrieved August 17, 2013.
  6. ^ a b c "Exclusive Interview with Evan and Mario of Thrown into Exile". Maine Music News. August 16, 1977. Retrieved August 17, 2013.
  7. ^ "Blog / Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival. 2013 Bands Announced Tickets On Sale Now / Headbang For The Highway 2013". Rockstarmayhemfest.com. April 17, 2013. Archived from the original on April 24, 2013. Retrieved August 17, 2013.
  8. ^ "Thrown into Exile – Mayhem Festival Photos". Maine Music News. August 16, 1977. Retrieved August 17, 2013.
  9. ^ Gates, Audriana. "Thrown into Exile Call it Quits…for now". Archived from the original on June 8, 2019. Retrieved August 3, 2014.
  10. ^ Bowns, Hannah. "Grimace EP Reviewed". Retrieved August 3, 2014.
  11. ^ "Thrown Into Exile Premiere New Song, "Restore the Truth"". Retrieved December 23, 2014.
  12. ^ Keith Clement (October 19, 2024). "Thrown Into Exile to Release "Passageways" EP on 11/15 + Band Shares "Desolation" Video". Metalheads Forever. Retrieved October 22, 2024.
  13. ^ a b "Thrown into Exile Make Their Big Break Touring Mayhem". OC Concert Guide.com. June 6, 2013. Retrieved August 17, 2013.
  14. ^ "Show Review: Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem, Shoreline Amphitheater, June 30, 2013". July 12, 2013. Retrieved January 3, 2015.
  15. ^ "Thrown into Exile – Info". Facebook. Retrieved August 17, 2013.
  16. ^ "Thrown into Exile ~ Interview ~ Mayhem 2013 on ROCK HARD LIVE". YouTube. Retrieved January 3, 2015.
  17. ^ a b "Thrown Into Exile talks w Eric Blair about Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival. 2013". YouTube. Retrieved January 3, 2015.
  18. ^ "Thrown Into Exile – Self Titled EP". Retrieved January 3, 2015.
  19. ^ "REVIEW: Thrown into Exile – 'Thrown into Exile'". SoCalMusicToday.com. April 2, 2013. Retrieved August 17, 2013.
  20. ^ "REVIEW: Thrown Into Exile – 'Thrown Into Exile'". SoCalMusicToday.com. April 2, 2013. Retrieved January 3, 2015.
  21. ^ "Thrown Into Exile – Realizing Fate". YouTube. Retrieved January 3, 2015.
  22. ^ a b "Thrown Into Exile Concert Setlists". setlist.fm. Retrieved January 3, 2015.