Decrepit Birth is an American

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band from

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. They have released two studio albums through

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, and a demo independently. All of their studio albums feature artwork by renowned fantasy artist

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. In October 2021, it was announced vocalist Bill Robinson was taking an "extended hiatus" from the band and was being replaced by Mac Smith, who would tour with the band for the foreseeable future. However, in March 2022, the band announced an upcoming tour in July and that Bill Robinson would be returning on vocals.

Band members

;Current members * Bill Robinson – vocals (2001–present) * Matt Sotelo – guitar, backing vocals (2001–present) * Sam "Samus" Paulicelli Jr. – drums (2010–present) * Sean Martinez – bass (2013–present) ;Current live members * Gabe Seeber – drums (2013–present) ;Former members * Derek Boyer – bass (2001–2003, 2011–2012) *

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– drums (2003) * KC Howard – drums (2004–2010) * Risha Eryavec – bass (2004–2007) * Mike Turner – guitar (2004–2006) * Joel Horner – bass (2006–2011) * Dan Eggers – guitar (2008–2010) * Chase Fraser – guitar (2010–2015) ;Live members * Lee Smith – drums (2010–2011) *

Alex Bent Alex Bent (born January 31, 1993) is an American musician best known as the drummer for heavy metal bands Trivium, Arkaik and Dragonlord. Bent is a former drummer for Battlecross and Brain Drill. Bent has also toured with Decrepit Birth a ...

– drums (2013) * A.J. Lewandowski – bass (2013) * Mac Smith – vocals (2021–2022)

Timeline

Discography

;Studio albums * '' ...And Time Begins'' (2003) * ''

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References

External links

Official website
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