Founded In: 2000
Genre: Heavy metal
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Current Members:
- Kate French: Vocals
- Corbin King: Guitars
- Jerry Tharp: Guitars
- Peter Fjallstrom: Bass
- Rod Montoya: Drums
Discography:
2050 (Album – 2001, Leviathan Records)
Vainglory (Album – 2007, MTM Music)
Manifesting Destiny (Album – TBA, Rebellion Records)
Biography:
“VAINGLORY is the be all end all in female fronted Heavy Metal. Based in the Atlanta area, there is clearly no other band, local or national, that can match the fire, the passion, the musical ability, the performance, or the songwriting. Have no fear, there are no trendy gimmicks here. With seasoned members: Kate French (Chastain) on vocals and Corbin King “The KING Of Southern Shred” on guitar, you simply cannot go wrong with this band. Don’t be fooled by imitators and other local clutter bands pretending to be something worth your time. Take one listen, do your research, and be glad your eyes and ears are focused upon VAINGLORY. Look for the upcoming 3rd release this summer entitled “Manifesting Destiny”, it will change your life! This release also includes 3 new members to the VG lineup: guitarist Jerry Tharp, bassist Peter Fjallstrom, and drummer Rod Montoya! With the addition of these members VAINGLORY has achieved their greatest lineup yet! Prepare to meet your destiny with VAINGLORY. **For fans of excellent, timeless Heavy Metal such as: Metallica, Megadeth, Testament, BLS, Pantera, and Slayer.**”
- From Vainglory’s websites
Our Thoughts on Vainglory:
“Vainglory must be another phrase that means ‘kick ass.’ Because that’s exactly what Vainglory the band does. This quintet is all about ripping and shredding guitarwork backed by a powerful rhythm section and topped off by Kate French’s raspy, full-throated voice. And I hear a lot of the classic influences that are mentioned in the band’s bio. A growing number of female-fronted bands are taking this back-to-basics approach, and Vainglory is one of the better ones I’ve heard. If you like Doro, Benedictum, Triosphere, Triaxis, or A Sound Of Thunder, you might dig Vainglory as well.” - Sara
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