From the Shallows was a

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band from

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. The band formed in 2005, but over the years, has gone a hiatus. The band has had many members, that included a former member of The Black Dahlia Murder. The band has gotten good reviews from sites such as

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and

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. The band's debut (and so far only) release, ''Beyond the Unknown'' was produced by

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( The Devil Wears Prada,

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). The band has played live with

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, and The Ghost Inside.

Name and beliefs

Lead Guitarist Marco Mendoza addressed if the band was a Christian band or not, on

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. He also stated their original name. Here is the full statement:

Members

;Current * Steffan Howey - lead vocals (2005–2009) * Marco Mendoza - lead guitar (2005–2009) * Joe Frost - rhythm guitar (2006–2009) * Pierce Roberts - bass (2007-2009) * David Rhoades - drums (2005–2009) (ex-Settle the Sky) ;Former * Gabe Fry - rhythm guitar * Bobby Futey - rhythm guitar * Jon Deering - bass (2005-2007) (ex- The Black Dahlia Murder) * Matt Smith - bass

Discography

;EPs * ''Beyond the Unknown'' (May 8, 2007;

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)

References

External links

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on Myspace {{Authority control American Christian metal musical groups American deathcore musical groups Musical groups established in 2005 Musical groups from Ohio