Baptized in Blood was a five-piece

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-based heavy metal band. They were managed by

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, the frontman of American

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band Megadeth. In 2006, they independently released the EP ''Baptized in Blood''. In 2009, they independently released the album ''Gutterbound''. That led to their being signed to

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, in December 2009. They stayed with Roadrunner for three years, releasing one album, also called ''Baptized in Blood''. In 2021, Cursed Blessing Records re-released ''Gutterbound''. From 2009 through 2011, Baptized in Blood toured the US and Europe. They supported Fear Before on their final Canadian tour in August and September 2009. They played several European festivals, including the 2011

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. Their last concert was at Heavy T.O. 2011.

Members

* Johl Fendley – lead vocals (2004–2012) * Josh Torrance – lead guitars (2004–2012) * Alex Johnston – drums (2007–2010, 2011-2012) * Jason Longo – drums (2010–2010) * Jay Westman – drums (2006–2007) * Adam Trakinskas – lead vocals (2004–2007) * Brad Nassar – bass, backing vocals (2004–2006)

Discography

References

External links

* {{Authority control Canadian thrash metal musical groups Canadian metalcore musical groups Musical groups from London, Ontario Musical groups established in 2004 2004 establishments in Ontario