Alpha Wolf is an Australian

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band originally from

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and currently located in

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. Bassist/founding vocalist John Arnold stated that "the name Alpha Wolf came from the movie '' The Grey''". Their debut album ''

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'' was released in July 2017 and peaked at number 29 on the

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Biography

Formation and ''Origin'' (2013-2016)

The band formed in 2013 and released their debut EP ''Origin'' on 9 June 2014. The EP was preceded by three singles.

''Mono'' and line-up change (2017-2018)

In July 2017, the band's 2017 released its debut studio album titled, ''

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'', 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.

''Fault'' and ''A Quiet Place to Die'' (2019-Present)

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 September 25, 2020. The band released a new EP, ''Shh'', on 31 March 2023.

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

Extended plays

Singles

Awards

AIR Awards

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ARIA Music Awards

The

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is an annual ceremony presented by

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(ARIA), which recognise excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of the

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References

External links

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