Misplaced Pages

God Forbid: Difference between revisions

Article snapshot taken from Wikipedia with creative commons attribution-sharealike license. Give it a read and then ask your questions in the chat. We can research this topic together.
Browse history interactively← Previous editContent deleted Content addedVisualWikitext
Revision as of 03:59, 13 June 2006 edit216.99.56.23 (talk) →External links← Previous edit Latest revision as of 23:36, 6 December 2024 edit undoMetalSword (talk | contribs)Extended confirmed users12,714 edits Fixed link. 
(810 intermediate revisions by more than 100 users not shown)
Line 1: Line 1:
{{Use mdy dates|date=November 2021}}
{{Infobox_band |
{{Short description|American metal band}}
band_name = ] |
{{Infobox musical artist <!-- See Misplaced Pages:WikiProject Musicians -->
image = ] |
| name = God Forbid
years_active = ] &ndash; ] |
status = Active | | image = God Forbid Paard van Troje 2 (cropped).JPG
country = ], ], ] | | caption = God Forbid performing in the Netherlands in 2009
music_genre = ] | | landscape = yes
| alias =
record_label = ], ], ] |
| origin = ], U.S.
current_members = Byron Davis<br />John Outcalt<br />Corey Pierce<br />Doc Coyle<br />Dallas Coyle |
| genre = {{flatlist|
* ]
* ]
}} }}
|years_active = 1996–2013, 2022–present
| label = {{flatlist|
* ]
* ]
* ]
* 9 Volt
}}
| current_members =
* Doc Coyle
* Corey Pierce
* Byron Davis
* John Outcalt
| past_members =
* Dallas Coyle
* Matt Wicklund
}}

'''God Forbid''' is an American ] band formed in ] in 1996. Initially breaking up in 2013, they have been semi-active since reuniting in 2022.

== History ==
=== Early career (1996–2004) ===
Building up a following in the late 1990s by touring with bands such as ], ], ] and ], God Forbid's first full album '']'' was released by 9volt Industries in 1999.<ref name="GodForbid">{{cite web|author=Downey, Ryan|url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/god-forbid-p477105/biography|title=God Forbid biography|publisher=]|access-date=March 15, 2012}}</ref> This album received heavy rotation from ]-FM in the ] area and the band was subsequently signed to ], releasing the album '']'' in 2001.<ref name="GodForbid" /> They played on the ] '']'' tour with ] and ].<ref name="GoneForever">{{cite web|author=York, William|url=http://www.allmusic.com/album/gone-forever-r679971/review|title=Gone Forever review|publisher=]|access-date=March 15, 2012}}</ref>

=== Breakthrough (2004–2013) ===
]
In 2004, they released '']'', which, along with a slot on ]'s second-stage, increased their profile considerably.<ref name="GoneForever" /> The next year, they released '']'', a concept album about the end of the world.<ref name="ConstitutionOfTreason">{{cite web|author=Rivadavia, Eduardo|url=http://www.allmusic.com/album/r803045|title=Constitution of Treason review|publisher=]|access-date=September 28, 2011}}</ref> It was their first album to enter the ], debuting at number 118.<ref name="ConstitutionOfTreason" /> In 2005 and 2006, they supported ] on their UK tour along with ] and ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=43991 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071001005350/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=43991 |url-status=dead |archive-date=October 1, 2007 |title=Trivium to Record New Album in April/May |publisher=] |date=November 9, 2005 |access-date=March 15, 2012 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=47756|title=God Forbid Prepare for U.S. Tour with Children of Bodom|publisher=]|date=February 1, 2006|access-date=March 15, 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070318012520/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=47756|archive-date=March 18, 2007}}</ref> In late 2006 and early 2007, they headlined the Chains of Humanity tour.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://eventful.com/elpaso/events/chains-humanity-tour-/E0-001-003431751-5|title=Chains of Humanity Tour|publisher=Eventful.com|access-date=March 15, 2012}}</ref>

In 2007, God Forbid's "To the Fallen Hero" won the Independent Music Award for Best Hard Rock/Heavy Metal Song.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.independentmusicawards.com/ima/artist/past-ima-programs/ |title=Past IMA Programs |publisher=Independentmusicawards.com |access-date=September 28, 2011}}</ref> They released a DVD on June 10, 2008, and their fifth studio album, '']'', was released on February 24, 2009, and landed at number 110 on the ''Billboard'' 200.<ref name="Earthsblood">{{cite web|author=Rivadavia, Eduardo|url=http://www.allmusic.com/album/r1477932|title=Earthsblood review|publisher=]|access-date=March 15, 2012}}</ref> God Forbid toured across the United States and Canada in the No Fear Energy Music Tour featuring ] and others in April.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalstorm.net/events/event.php?event_id=28301|title=Canada, Toronto, Ontario – No Fear Energy Music Tour|publisher=]|access-date=March 15, 2012}}</ref>

In March 2009, Dallas Coyle left the band.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalsucks.net/2009/03/31/dallas-coyle-officially-out-of-god-forbid/#more-13352|title=Dallas Coyle officially out of God Forbid|access-date=March 31, 2009|date=March 31, 2009|publisher=metalsucks}}</ref> His replacement for the upcoming tour was named as former ] guitarist ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.idiomag.com/peek/73021/god_forbid|title=God Forbid guitarist sits out U.S. tour|access-date=March 31, 2009|date=March 30, 2009|publisher=]}}</ref> He was later replaced by Matt Wicklund. In July 2009, God Forbid participated in the Rockstar ] along with Trivium, ], ], ], ], ] and many others.

In April 2010, the band issued an update that they started work on a new album.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.listenout.net/news/37673 |title=God Forbid – New Album in the Works |publisher=ListenOut |access-date=April 10, 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100609133629/http://www.listenout.net/news/37673 |archive-date=June 9, 2010 }}</ref> The new album is titled '']''<ref></ref> and was released on March 26, 2012.

From July 13 to August 28, 2012, God Forbid took part in ]'s "]" headlined by ] with additional support from ], ], ], ] and ].<ref>{{cite web|first=Long |last=Paul |date=April 24, 2012 |url=http://knac.com/article.asp?ArticleID=8692 |title=Trespass America Touring Fest Breaks Out: FFDP, Killswitch, Trivium, God Forbid, Hit the Road |work=KNAC |access-date=May 31, 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121020223732/http://knac.com/article.asp?ArticleID=8692 |archive-date=October 20, 2012 }}</ref>

In late 2012, the band co-headlined the ''Party To The Apocalypse 2012'' tour with ] starring ] and Trumpet The Harlot.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/shadows-fall-god-forbid-thy-will-be-done-announce-u-s-tour/ |title=Shadows Fall, God Forbid, Thy Will Be Done Announce U.S. Tour |publisher=Blabbermouth.net |date=September 18, 2012 |access-date=December 10, 2013}}</ref>

=== Breakup (2013–2022) ===
On August 16, 2013, Doc Coyle posted on his personal website that he has chosen to leave God Forbid. Following this, Corey Pierce had said that the band is no more by a post on his "''No more suspense, God Forbid is over. Sorry". ''Right after this, Byron Davis had posted on his "''It's Friday and my boy is home doing well and yes it's true GF is down. We are a family for the most part some move on while others keep it real like before the band began. I should feel sad but I don't right now because a new chapter has begun. I'll be seeing you all around somewhere. Believe that. Uncle Corey J needs some drums I have a guitar too for him. Blabbering".''

During the hiatus, Doc Coyle joined ].

=== Reunion (2022–present) ===
In March 2022, the band announced they would be reuniting for the 2022 Blue Ridge Rock Festival in September, making it the first time in nine years the band will perform.<ref>{{cite web|author=Greg Kennelty|url=https://metalinjection.net/tour-dates/god-forbid-announces-first-reunion-show-for-later-this-year|title=GOD FORBID Announces First Reunion Show For Later This Year|publisher=Metal Injection|date=March 14, 2022|access-date=March 14, 2022}}</ref> Four months later, it was announced former ] guitarist ] would be performing with the band for their reunion show.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theprp.com/2022/07/18/news/ex-as-i-lay-dying-guitarist-nick-hipa-to-join-god-forbid-for-upcoming-reunion-show/|title=Ex-As I Lay Dying Guitarist Nick Hipa To Join God Forbid For Upcoming Reunion Show|publisher=ThePRP|date=July 18, 2022|access-date=July 18, 2022}}</ref> Doc clarified in an interview after the Blue Ridge show that God Forbid was not returning to being a "full-time thing", but they would go on to play two dates in January 2023 at the ] in ] and the ] in ].<ref>{{cite web |last1=Alleva |first1=Dan |title=Doc Coyle on God Forbid situation: "We're not gonna do a ton of stuff" |url=https://metalinjection.net/news/doc-coyle-on-god-forbid-reunion-were-not-gonna-do-a-ton-of-stuff |website=Metal Injection |access-date=April 22, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230322030200/https://metalinjection.net/news/doc-coyle-on-god-forbid-reunion-were-not-gonna-do-a-ton-of-stuff |archive-date=March 22, 2023 |date=November 18, 2022 |url-status=live}}</ref>

== Musical style ==
God Forbid has been primarily described as ]<ref name="Metal Storm">{{cite web |title=God Forbid – Metal Storm |url=http://www.metalstorm.net/bands/band.php?band_id=1138&bandname=God+Forbid |access-date=January 18, 2018 |website=metalstorm.net}}</ref> and ].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=q0IEAAAAMBAJ&q=god+forbid+band+thrash+metal&pg=PA17|title=The Crisis|first=The Crisis Publishing Company|last=Inc|date=January 18, 2018|publisher=The Crisis Publishing Company, Inc.|access-date=January 18, 2018|via=Google Books}}</ref><ref name="Metal Storm" /><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/doc-coyle-quits-god-forbid/|title=DOC COYLE Quits GOD FORBID|date=August 16, 2013|access-date=January 18, 2018}}</ref> They are part of the ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalsucks.net/2016/03/04/qa-with-ex-god-forbid-drummer-corey-pierce/|title=Q&A with ex-God Forbid Drummer Corey Pierce – MetalSucks|date=March 4, 2016|access-date=January 18, 2018}}</ref>

== Band members ==
=== Current members ===
* Doc Coyle — lead guitar, backing vocals <small>(1996–2013, 2022–present)</small>
* Corey Pierce — drums <small>(1996–2013, 2022–present)</small>
* Byron Davis — lead vocals <small>(1997–2013, 2022–present)</small>
* John "Beeker" Outcalt — bass <small>(1997–2013, 2022–present)</small>

=== Current touring members ===
* ] — rhythm guitar <small>(2022–present)</small>

=== Former members ===
* Dallas Coyle — rhythm guitar, backing vocals <small>(1996–2009)</small>
* Matt Wicklund — rhythm guitar, backing vocals <small>(2009–2013)</small>

=== Touring ===
*] — rhythm guitar <small>(2009)</small>

=== Timeline ===
{{#tag:timeline|
ImageSize = width:800 height:auto barincrement:20
PlotArea = left:100 bottom:90 top:10 right:20
Alignbars = justify
DateFormat = dd/mm/yyyy
Period = from:06/01/1996 till:{{#time:d/m/Y}}
TimeAxis = orientation:horizontal format:yyyy
Legend = orientation:vertical position:bottom columns:3
ScaleMajor = increment:2 start:1997
ScaleMinor = increment:1 start:1997

Colors =
id:lvocals value:red legend:Lead_vocals
id:bvocals value:pink legend:Backing_vocals
id:lguitar value:teal legend:Lead_guitar
id:rguitar value:brightgreen legend:Rhythm_guitar
id:bass value:blue legend:Bass
id:drums value:orange legend:Drums
id:studio value:black legend:Studio_album
id:other value:gray(0.5) legend:Other_release

LineData =
layer:back
color:studio
at:08/05/1999
at:17/04/2001
at:24/02/2004
at:20/09/2005
at:24/02/2009
at:26/03/2012

color:other
at:06/06/1998
at:25/10/2001
at:09/12/2003
at:24/03/2004
at:08/03/2006
at:06/11/2007
at:10/07/2008

BarData =
bar:Byron text:"Byron Davis"
bar:Doc text:"Doc Coyle"
bar:Dallas text:"Dallas Coyle"
bar:Kris text:"Kris Norris"
bar:Matt text:"Matt Wicklund"
bar:Nick text:"Nick Hipa"
bar:John text:"John Outcalt"
bar:Corey text:"Corey Pierce"

PlotData =
width:11 textcolor:black align:left anchor:from shift:(11,-4)
bar:Byron from:01/01/1997 till:16/08/2013 color:lvocals
bar:Doc from:start till:16/08/2013 color:lguitar
bar:Doc from:01/01/1997 till:16/08/2013 color:bvocals width:3
bar:Dallas from:start till:03/03/2009 color:rguitar
bar:Dallas from:01/01/1997 till:03/03/2009 color:bvocals width:3
bar:Kris from:30/03/2009 till:15/05/2009 color:rguitar
bar:Matt from:01/06/2009 till:16/08/2013 color:rguitar
bar:Matt from:01/06/2009 till:16/08/2013 color:bvocals width:3
bar:Nick from:14/03/2022 till:end color:rguitar
bar:John from:01/01/1997 till:16/08/2013 color:bass
bar:Corey from:start till:16/08/2013 color:drums

bar:Byron from:14/03/2022 till:end color:lvocals
bar:Doc from:14/03/2022 till:end color:lguitar
bar:Doc from:14/03/2022 till:end color:bvocals width:3
bar:John from:14/03/2022 till:end color:bass
bar:Corey from:14/03/2022 till:end color:drums

}}

== Discography ==

=== Studio albums ===
*'']'' (1999)
*'']'' (2001)
*'']'' (2004)
*'']'' (2005)
*'']'' (2009)
*'']'' (2012)

=== EPs ===
*''Out of Misery'' (1998)
*'']'' (2003)

=== Singles ===
*"To the Fallen Hero" (2006, strictly limited tour single)


=== Compilation albums ===
'''God Forbid''' is a ] band from ], ] which was formed in 1998. Building up a following in the late 1990s by touring with bands such as ], ], and ], their first full album ''Reject the Sickness'' was released by ] in ]. This album received heavy rotation from ] in the ] area, and the band was subsequently signed to ], releasing the album ''Determination'' in ]. They played on the ] ] tour with ] and ]. In 2004, they released ''Gone Forever'', which increased their profile considerably. The next year, they released ''IV: Constitution of Treason'', a concept album about the end of the world. In 2005-2006 they supported ] on their UK tour along with ] & ]
*''Bring You to Your Knees...Guns N' Roses'' (2004)
*'']'' (2007)


==Discography== === Videos ===
*''Beneath the Scars of Glory and Progression'' (2008, DVD)
*''Out of Misery EP'' (1998, ])
*'']'' (1999, ])
*'']'' (2001, ])
*'']'' (2001), ])
*'']'' (2003), ])
*'']'' (2004), ])
*'']'' (2005, ])


==Members== == References ==
{{Reflist}}
*Byron Davis (lead vocals)
*John Outcalt (bass)
*Corey Pierce (drums)
*Doc Coyle (lead/rhythm guitar and backing vocals)
*Dallas Coyle (rhythm guitar and vocals)


== External links == == External links ==
{{Commons category}}
*{{Official website|http://www.myspace.com/godforbid}}
*{{allmusic}}


{{God Forbid}}
*
*
*


{{Authority control}}.
{{US-metal-band-stub}}
] ]
]
]
]
]
]
]
]
]
]
]
]
]
]

Latest revision as of 23:36, 6 December 2024

American metal band
God Forbid
God Forbid performing in the Netherlands in 2009God Forbid performing in the Netherlands in 2009
Background information
OriginEast Brunswick, New Jersey, U.S.
Genres
Years active1996–2013, 2022–present
Labels
Members
  • Doc Coyle
  • Corey Pierce
  • Byron Davis
  • John Outcalt
Past members
  • Dallas Coyle
  • Matt Wicklund

God Forbid is an American metalcore band formed in East Brunswick, New Jersey in 1996. Initially breaking up in 2013, they have been semi-active since reuniting in 2022.

History

Early career (1996–2004)

Building up a following in the late 1990s by touring with bands such as GWAR, Nile, Cradle of Filth and Candiria, God Forbid's first full album Reject the Sickness was released by 9volt Industries in 1999. This album received heavy rotation from WSOU-FM in the South Orange, New Jersey area and the band was subsequently signed to Century Media Records, releasing the album Determination in 2001. They played on the MTV2 Headbangers Ball tour with Shadows Fall and Lamb of God.

Breakthrough (2004–2013)

God Forbid performing in the Netherlands in 2009

In 2004, they released Gone Forever, which, along with a slot on Ozzfest's second-stage, increased their profile considerably. The next year, they released IV: Constitution of Treason, a concept album about the end of the world. It was their first album to enter the Billboard 200, debuting at number 118. In 2005 and 2006, they supported Trivium on their UK tour along with Mendeed and Bloodsimple. In late 2006 and early 2007, they headlined the Chains of Humanity tour.

In 2007, God Forbid's "To the Fallen Hero" won the Independent Music Award for Best Hard Rock/Heavy Metal Song. They released a DVD on June 10, 2008, and their fifth studio album, Earthsblood, was released on February 24, 2009, and landed at number 110 on the Billboard 200. God Forbid toured across the United States and Canada in the No Fear Energy Music Tour featuring Lamb of God and others in April.

In March 2009, Dallas Coyle left the band. His replacement for the upcoming tour was named as former Darkest Hour guitarist Kris Norris. He was later replaced by Matt Wicklund. In July 2009, God Forbid participated in the Rockstar Mayhem Festival along with Trivium, Bullet for My Valentine, Cannibal Corpse, All That Remains, Slayer, Marilyn Manson and many others.

In April 2010, the band issued an update that they started work on a new album. The new album is titled Equilibrium and was released on March 26, 2012.

From July 13 to August 28, 2012, God Forbid took part in Metal Hammer's "Trespass America Festival" headlined by Five Finger Death Punch with additional support from Battlecross, Emmure, Pop Evil, Trivium and Killswitch Engage.

In late 2012, the band co-headlined the Party To The Apocalypse 2012 tour with Shadows Fall starring Thy Will Be Done and Trumpet The Harlot.

Breakup (2013–2022)

On August 16, 2013, Doc Coyle posted on his personal website that he has chosen to leave God Forbid. Following this, Corey Pierce had said that the band is no more by a post on his Facebook page "No more suspense, God Forbid is over. Sorry". Right after this, Byron Davis had posted on his Facebook page "It's Friday and my boy is home doing well and yes it's true GF is down. We are a family for the most part some move on while others keep it real like before the band began. I should feel sad but I don't right now because a new chapter has begun. I'll be seeing you all around somewhere. Believe that. Uncle Corey J needs some drums I have a guitar too for him. Blabbering".

During the hiatus, Doc Coyle joined Bad Wolves.

Reunion (2022–present)

In March 2022, the band announced they would be reuniting for the 2022 Blue Ridge Rock Festival in September, making it the first time in nine years the band will perform. Four months later, it was announced former As I Lay Dying guitarist Nick Hipa would be performing with the band for their reunion show. Doc clarified in an interview after the Blue Ridge show that God Forbid was not returning to being a "full-time thing", but they would go on to play two dates in January 2023 at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, New Jersey and the Worcester Palladium in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Musical style

God Forbid has been primarily described as metalcore and thrash metal. They are part of the new wave of American heavy metal.

Band members

Current members

  • Doc Coyle — lead guitar, backing vocals (1996–2013, 2022–present)
  • Corey Pierce — drums (1996–2013, 2022–present)
  • Byron Davis — lead vocals (1997–2013, 2022–present)
  • John "Beeker" Outcalt — bass (1997–2013, 2022–present)

Current touring members

Former members

  • Dallas Coyle — rhythm guitar, backing vocals (1996–2009)
  • Matt Wicklund — rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2009–2013)

Touring

Timeline

Discography

Studio albums

EPs

Singles

  • "To the Fallen Hero" (2006, strictly limited tour single)

Compilation albums

Videos

  • Beneath the Scars of Glory and Progression (2008, DVD)

References

  1. ^ Downey, Ryan. "God Forbid biography". Allmusic. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  2. ^ York, William. "Gone Forever review". Allmusic. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  3. ^ Rivadavia, Eduardo. "Constitution of Treason review". Allmusic. Retrieved September 28, 2011.
  4. "Trivium to Record New Album in April/May". Blabbermouth.net. November 9, 2005. Archived from the original on October 1, 2007. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  5. "God Forbid Prepare for U.S. Tour with Children of Bodom". Blabbermouth.net. February 1, 2006. Archived from the original on March 18, 2007. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  6. "Chains of Humanity Tour". Eventful.com. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  7. "Past IMA Programs". Independentmusicawards.com. Retrieved September 28, 2011.
  8. Rivadavia, Eduardo. "Earthsblood review". Allmusic. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  9. "Canada, Toronto, Ontario – No Fear Energy Music Tour". Metal Storm. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  10. "Dallas Coyle officially out of God Forbid". metalsucks. March 31, 2009. Retrieved March 31, 2009.
  11. "God Forbid guitarist sits out U.S. tour". Idiomag. March 30, 2009. Retrieved March 31, 2009.
  12. "God Forbid – New Album in the Works". ListenOut. Archived from the original on June 9, 2010. Retrieved April 10, 2010.
  13. Search results for God Forbid news at Blabbermouth.net
  14. Paul, Long (April 24, 2012). "Trespass America Touring Fest Breaks Out: FFDP, Killswitch, Trivium, God Forbid, Hit the Road". KNAC. Archived from the original on October 20, 2012. Retrieved May 31, 2012.
  15. "Shadows Fall, God Forbid, Thy Will Be Done Announce U.S. Tour". Blabbermouth.net. September 18, 2012. Retrieved December 10, 2013.
  16. Greg Kennelty (March 14, 2022). "GOD FORBID Announces First Reunion Show For Later This Year". Metal Injection. Retrieved March 14, 2022.
  17. "Ex-As I Lay Dying Guitarist Nick Hipa To Join God Forbid For Upcoming Reunion Show". ThePRP. July 18, 2022. Retrieved July 18, 2022.
  18. Alleva, Dan (November 18, 2022). "Doc Coyle on God Forbid situation: "We're not gonna do a ton of stuff"". Metal Injection. Archived from the original on March 22, 2023. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
  19. ^ "God Forbid – Metal Storm". metalstorm.net. Retrieved January 18, 2018.
  20. Inc, The Crisis Publishing Company (January 18, 2018). "The Crisis". The Crisis Publishing Company, Inc. Retrieved January 18, 2018 – via Google Books. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  21. "DOC COYLE Quits GOD FORBID". August 16, 2013. Retrieved January 18, 2018.
  22. "Q&A with ex-God Forbid Drummer Corey Pierce – MetalSucks". March 4, 2016. Retrieved January 18, 2018.

External links

God Forbid
Studio albums
Other albums

.

Categories: