Ryan Helm (born July 24, 1982) is an American heavy metal musician from

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. He is best known as the former rhythm guitarist of the band

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. He currently resides in

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where he also owns and operates Helm's Deep recording studio.

Career

The Ascendicate (2008–09)

Ryan Helm began his career playing guitar and singing back up vocals in The Ascendicate (which was originally called The 7 Method) from 1999 to 2012. During this time, he helped write and record their first album, ''To Die as Kings''. Though Helm never officially left the band, it is understood that they are on an "indefinite hiatus" and will not likely return to the studio or stage.

Demon Hunter (2009–2011)

On December 16, 2009, Helm was announced as

's new permanent rhythm guitarist and official replacement for founding member Don Clark. He appears on the band's 2010 album, ''

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''. From 2009 to 2011, Helm performed exclusively with Demon hunter until announcing his official departure from the band in December 2011. Helm stated that the departure “was inevitable; however, it was on good terms.”

Damien Deadson (2011–present)

In 2010, Helm began working on a side project known as

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to take a break from playing guitar and pursue his interest in singing. Since his departure from Demon Hunter, Helm has stated that he will be performing with Damien Deadson full-time as of 2012. Damien Deadson's first album '' A Warm and Dark Embrace'' was released in January 2012.

Discography

The Ascendicate

* ''To Die as Kings'' (2009)

Demon Hunter

* ''

'' (2010)

Damien Deadson

* '' A Warm and Dark Embrace'' (2012)

References

External links

Demon Hunter Official site

Ryan Helm on The PRP

Review of Damien Deadson's A Warm and Dark Embrace
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