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Klogr (pronounced "Key-Log-Are") is an Italian-American
In 2011 is released the band's first album "Till You Decay" with line up including Rusty (vocals), Todd Allen, Nicola Briganti.
Two videoclips "Bleeding" and "Silk and Thorns" are released from the debut.
In 2013 Klogr subdues a line-up change, incorporating all three members of alternative rock band Timecut.
The new line up (Rusty, Joba, Giampi and Ste) releases the EP "Till You Turn", with the collaboration of
alternative metal
Alternative metal (also known as alt-metal) is a genre of heavy metal music
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band with progressive metal
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influences.
The band's name is a tribute to a psycho-physical law (S=KlogR) developed in the 19th century by experimental psychologist Ernst Heinrich Weber
Ernst Heinrich Weber (24 June 1795 – 26 January 1878) was a German physician who is considered one of the founders of experimental psychology. He was an influential and important figure in the areas of physiology and psychology during his lif ...
and German philosopher Gustav Fechner
Gustav Theodor Fechner (; ; 19 April 1801 – 18 November 1887) was a German physicist, philosopher, and experimental psychologist. A pioneer in experimental psychology and founder of psychophysics (techniques for measuring the mind), he inspired ...
.
History
In 2011 is released the band's first album "Till You Decay" with line up including Rusty (vocals), Todd Allen, Nicola Briganti.
Two videoclips "Bleeding" and "Silk and Thorns" are released from the debut.
In 2013 Klogr subdues a line-up change, incorporating all three members of alternative rock band Timecut.
The new line up (Rusty, Joba, Giampi and Ste) releases the EP "Till You Turn", with the collaboration of Lacuna Coil
Lacuna Coil is an Italian gothic metal band from Milan. Since their formation in 1994, the group has had two name changes, being previously known as Sleep of Right and Ethereal, and they have recorded nine studio albums, two extended plays, two ...
's Maki, producer Logan Mader
Logan Conrad Mader (born November 16, 1970) is a Canadian record producer and current guitarist of melodic death metal band Once Human, as well as the former lead guitarist of groove metal band Machine Head.
Mader is most famous for his time i ...
(Machine Head
A machine head (also referred to as a tuning machine, tuner, or gear head) is a geared apparatus for tuning stringed musical instruments by adjusting string tension. Machine heads are used on mandolins, guitars, double basses and others, and ar ...
) and singer Alteria.
Videoclips from the EP include "King of Unknown" and "Guinea Pigs" (supporting Sea Shepherd
The sea, connected as the world ocean or simply the ocean, is the body of water, body of saline water, salty water that covers approximately 71% of the Earth's surface. The word sea is also used to denote List of seas, second-order sections of ...
).
In June 2013 Klogr played at the Sweden Rock Festival
The Sweden Rock Festival is an annual rock/metal festival held in Sweden since 6 June 1992. While having a clear rock/metal focus, the festival is noted for its diversity across these genres, from southern rock bands such as Molly Hatchet to de ...
.
In 2014 Klogr release second full-length concept album "Black Snow" (Zeta Factory / The End Records
The End Records is a record label in Manhattan that specializes in rock, heavy metal, indie, and electronic music.
Early years (1998–2005)
The End Records was founded by Andreas Katsambas in Pasadena, California, with the goal of helping sm ...
), focusing their lyrics and communication on environmental-conscious subjects. Collaborates on Black Snow, Destrage
Destrage are an Italian progressive metalcore band, formed in 2002. They have released five studio albums (with a new release, SO MUCH. too much, due September 2022) and are currently signed to 3DOT Recordings.Ground Zero 11-11-11
. In February 2014 Klogr release the video "Draw Closer". In March–April 2014 Klogr share a 23 dates European Tour with
Loudwire
s viral initiative in memorial of
Slayer! LoudWire Launches #ScreamForJeff Hanneman Campaign pilot presentation. A new single: ''Zero Tolerance''
Klogr release new video Zero Tolerance in support of Sea Shepherd dedicated to
Metalinsider
their first Lyric Video for the song ''Hell of Income''. While working on a DVD which will see the light in 2015, in September 2014 Klogr release a live video for ''Failing Crowns'': 23 shows condensed into 4 minutes. On September 17, 2014 a major turning point for Klogr: with the new line up consisting of Rusty on vocals and guitars, Pietro on guitars, Joba on bass and Rob on drums, the band leaves behind its status of a "project band" to become a band with a steady line up. In October 2014 Klogr are on the road again for a Tour in Russia with Living Dead Lights (USA). In December 2014 Klogr release a video for the ballad ''Ambergris'', edited by Sea Shepherd Italy and work on the release of a new EP with producer Roberto Priori. In May 2015 the band release ''Make Your Stand'', an EP with three new songs, ten live audio tracks plus a DVD containing a long documentary on the band and a full live show ''Live in Trezzo''. ''Make Your Stand'' is anticipated by single and video ''Breaking Down''. On June, 13th 2015 Klogr are the only opening act for Limp Bizkit's concert in Florence at the Obihall Theatre. A video of "Make Your Stand" is filmed during such occasion. In April 2016 Klogr announce the release of a new single "Breathing Heart", shot at the historical Carpi Theatre and featuring milanese actress Veronica Sogni and the name of the producer who will work on the band's third album "Keystone": 3 Time Grammy Award Winning Producer David Bottrill
In April 2016 Klogr announce the release of a new single "Breathing Heart", shot at the historical Carpi Theatre and featuring milanese actress Veronica Sogni and the name of the producer who will work on the band's third album "Keystone": 3 Time Grammy Award Winning Producer David Bottrill On October 6, 2017 Klogr publish, through their label Zeta Factory, the long-awaited album "Keystone" preceded by two singles "Prison of Light" and "Sleeping through the seasons." In November 2017, Klogr start a 10-day European tour with Finnish rock band
. In February 2014 Klogr release the video "Draw Closer". In March–April 2014 Klogr share a 23 dates European Tour with
Prong
Prong or Prongs may refer to:
* Prong, synonym of tine (structural), a branch or spike of various tools and natural objects
* Prong (band), an American metal band
* Prong (company), an iPhone accessories company in New York City
* Prongs, British ...
.
In May 2014 Klogr's frontman contributes, along with Prong's drummer Art Cruz, tLoudwire
s viral initiative in memorial of
Slayer
Slayer was an American thrash metal band from Huntington Park, California. The band was formed in 1981 by guitarists Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman, drummer Dave Lombardo and bassist/vocalist Tom Araya. Slayer's fast and aggressive musical style ...
's guitarist Jeff Hanneman
Jeffrey John Hanneman (January 31, 1964 – May 2, 2013) was an American musician, best known as a founding member and guitarist of the thrash metal band Slayer. Hanneman composed both music and lyrics for every Slayer album until his death in 20 ...
with a short clip included in the official #ScreamForJeffSlayer! LoudWire Launches #ScreamForJeff Hanneman Campaign pilot presentation. A new single: ''Zero Tolerance''
Klogr release new video Zero Tolerance in support of Sea Shepherd dedicated to
Sea Shepherd
The sea, connected as the world ocean or simply the ocean, is the body of water, body of saline water, salty water that covers approximately 71% of the Earth's surface. The word sea is also used to denote List of seas, second-order sections of ...
's mission in Taiji in defense of the bay's dolphins is released.
Digital download income is devolved to support the activities of the sea wildlife protection organization.
In June 2014 Klogr release through a premiere oMetalinsider
their first Lyric Video for the song ''Hell of Income''. While working on a DVD which will see the light in 2015, in September 2014 Klogr release a live video for ''Failing Crowns'': 23 shows condensed into 4 minutes. On September 17, 2014 a major turning point for Klogr: with the new line up consisting of Rusty on vocals and guitars, Pietro on guitars, Joba on bass and Rob on drums, the band leaves behind its status of a "project band" to become a band with a steady line up. In October 2014 Klogr are on the road again for a Tour in Russia with Living Dead Lights (USA). In December 2014 Klogr release a video for the ballad ''Ambergris'', edited by Sea Shepherd Italy and work on the release of a new EP with producer Roberto Priori. In May 2015 the band release ''Make Your Stand'', an EP with three new songs, ten live audio tracks plus a DVD containing a long documentary on the band and a full live show ''Live in Trezzo''. ''Make Your Stand'' is anticipated by single and video ''Breaking Down''. On June, 13th 2015 Klogr are the only opening act for Limp Bizkit's concert in Florence at the Obihall Theatre. A video of "Make Your Stand" is filmed during such occasion. In April 2016 Klogr announce the release of a new single "Breathing Heart", shot at the historical Carpi Theatre and featuring milanese actress Veronica Sogni and the name of the producer who will work on the band's third album "Keystone": 3 Time Grammy Award Winning Producer David Bottrill
In April 2016 Klogr announce the release of a new single "Breathing Heart", shot at the historical Carpi Theatre and featuring milanese actress Veronica Sogni and the name of the producer who will work on the band's third album "Keystone": 3 Time Grammy Award Winning Producer David Bottrill On October 6, 2017 Klogr publish, through their label Zeta Factory, the long-awaited album "Keystone" preceded by two singles "Prison of Light" and "Sleeping through the seasons." In November 2017, Klogr start a 10-day European tour with Finnish rock band
The Rasmus
The Rasmus is a Finnish rock band that formed in 1994 in Helsinki while the band members were in upper comprehensive school.Main source of the band's history: The original band members were Lauri Ylönen (lead singer-songwriter), Eero Heinonen ...
. Special guest on drums for the tour and for the RMX video of "Technocracy" is Prong
Prong or Prongs may refer to:
* Prong, synonym of tine (structural), a branch or spike of various tools and natural objects
* Prong (band), an American metal band
* Prong (company), an iPhone accessories company in New York City
* Prongs, British ...
's drummer Art Cruz. Several tour dates are sold-out months before the concerts.
In early 2018 Klogr come back with the release of a new video for the single "Pride before the Fall" and the announcement of an extensive European Tour with American heavy metal band Butcher Babies
Butcher Babies is an American groove metal band from Los Angeles, consisting of frontwomen Heidi Shepherd and Carla Harvey, guitarist Henry Flury (Amen), bassist Ricky Bonazza, and drummer Chase Brickenden. Their debut album, ''Goliath'', was re ...
. A new line-up is announced.
Band members
Current members
* Gabriele "Rusty" Rustichelli - vocals, guitar * Alessandro "Crivez" Crivellari - guitar, back vocals * Roberto "Piv-o" Pivanti - bass * Filippo "Filo" De Pietri - drumsFormer members
* Eugenio Cattini - guitar * Art Cruz - drums * Giampaolo "Giampi" Viesti - guitar * Stefano "Ste" Mazzoli - drums * Nicola Briganti - guitar * Todd Allen - bass * Filippo De Pietri - drums * Giovanni "Joba" Vignali - bass * Rob Iaculli - drumsLive members
* Michele Zanni - bass * Luca Maurizi - bass * Federico Bruni - drums * Maicol Morgotti - drumsDiscography
Albums
* ''Till You Decay'' (2011) * ''Black Snow'' (2014) * ''Keystone'' (2017)EPs
* ''Till You Turn'' (2013) * ''Make Your Stand'' (2015)Live albums
* ''Ground Zero 11-11-11'' (2014)DVDs
* ''Live in Trezzo'' (2015)See also
*Sweden Rock Festival
The Sweden Rock Festival is an annual rock/metal festival held in Sweden since 6 June 1992. While having a clear rock/metal focus, the festival is noted for its diversity across these genres, from southern rock bands such as Molly Hatchet to de ...
References
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