Alpha Wolf (band)
Alpha Wolf | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Burnie, Tasmania, Australia |
| Genres | Metalcore, nu metal |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Labels | Greyscale, SharpTone |
| Members | Sabian Lynch Scottie Simpson Mitch Fogarty John Arnold Lochie Keogh |
| Past members | Hayden Dargavel Lloyd Hornidge Aidan Ellaz Jackson Arnold |
Alpha Wolf is an Australian metalcore band originally from Burnie, Tasmania and currently located in Melbourne, Victoria. Bassist/founding vocalist John Arnold stated that "the name Alpha Wolf came from the movie The Grey". Their debut album Mono was released in July 2017 and peaked at number 29 on the ARIA Albums Chart.
Biography
2013–2016: Formation and Origin
The band formed in 2013 and released their debut EP Origin on 9 June 2014. The EP was preceded by three singles.
2017–2018: Mono and line-up change
In July 2017, the band's 2017 released its debut studio album titled, Mono. This is short for monochromatic, which means, "involving or producing visual images in a single color or in varying tones of a single color". This title and its association tease the lyrical content which deals strongly in themes of trauma and depression.
On 9 February 2018, lead vocalist Aidan Ellaz was ejected from the band due to allegations of sexual assault. In June 2018, Lochie Keogh and Mitch Fogarty were announced as new members.
2019–2023: Fault and A Quiet Place to Die
In April 2019, the band released Fault EP, with guitarist Sabian Lynch saying "Fault is our way of opening up, and doing our best to show that it's okay to mess up, it's okay to fail, it's okay make mistakes, as long as we can find ways grow from it. We always want to be honest with our song writing and these songs showcase a realisation within ourselves, thus creating the best music we've ever been a part of."
The band's second studio album, A Quiet Place to Die was released on 25 September 2020.
The band released the EP, Shh, on 31 March 2023.
2024: Half Living Things
In January 2024, the band released a single, "Sucks 2 Suck", which features Ice-T. The song is the second single from the band's third studio album Half Living Things.
Members
Current members
- Sabian Lynch – rhythm guitar (2013–present)
- John Arnold – bass, backing vocals (2016–present), lead vocals (2013–2016)
- Scottie Simpson – lead guitar (2016–present), bass (2015–2016)
- Mitch Fogarty – drums (2018–present)
- Lochie Keogh – lead vocals (2018–present)
Former members
- Hayden Dargavel – bass (2013–2015)
- Lloyd Hornidge – lead guitar (2015–2016)
- Jackson Arnold – drums (2013–2017)
- Aidan Ellaz – lead vocals (2016–2018)
Timeline
Discography
Studio albums
| Title | Details | Peak chart positions |
|---|---|---|
|
AUS |
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| Mono |
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29 |
| A Quiet Place to Die |
|
6 |
| Half Living Things |
|
TBA |
Extended plays
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Origin |
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| Fault |
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| The Lost & the Longing |
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| Shh |
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Singles
| Year | Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | "Death Bringer" | Origin |
| "I Am; Horror" | ||
| "Dead Wing" | ||
| 2015 | "Dark Soul" | non album single |
| 2016 | "Nail Biter" | non album single |
| 2017 | "#104" | Mono |
| "Golden Fate; Gut Ache" | ||
| "Ward of the State" | ||
| "Golden Fate; Water Break" | ||
| 2018 | "Black Mamba" | non album single |
| "No Name" | Fault | |
| 2019 | "Sub-Zero" | |
| "Russian roulette" | ||
| 2020 | "Akudama" | A Quiet Place to Die |
| "Creep" | ||
| "Bleed 4 You" | ||
| 2023 | "Bring Back the Noise" | Half Living Things |
| 2024 | "Sucks 2 Suck" (featuring Ice T) |
Awards
AIR Awards
The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as AIR Awards) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR Awards of 2020 | Fault | Best Independent Heavy Album or EP | Nominated |
ARIA Music Awards
The ARIA Music Awards is an annual ceremony presented by Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA), which recognise excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of the music of Australia. They commenced in 1987.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | A Quiet Place to Die | ARIA Award for Best Hard Rock or Heavy Metal Album | Nominated |