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Named after the lead character in the fantasy novel “NeverEnding Story”, Atreyu is a metalcore band based in Orange County, California, US, noted for crossing intense screamo stylistics with strong pop sensibilities.

Atreyu was founded in 1998 by vocalist Alex Varkatzas, guitarist Dan Jacobs, bassist Brian O’Donnell, and drummer Brandon Saller, although at the time they toured under the name Retribution. They later changed their name upon discovering that it was already taken by another Californian band.

Atreyu started their career playing an aggressive blend of metal doused in raw ethos and set a flame with searing guitar riffs, blood curdling screams, and thunderous drums. The band is strongly influenced by the expected heavy metal legends (i.e. Slayer, Black Sabbath), but also cites less predictable sources of inspiration like Swedish post-hardcore pioneers Refused, experimental art punk king Nick Cave, and formative emo acts like Hot Water Music.

The group released their first EP “Visions” independently in 1999. It came out through the California based label Die Trying Records and has since become a highly sought after rarity due to it’s limited production run. Atreyu’s 2nd EP “Fractures In the Facade of Your Porcelain Beauty” came out in 2001, this time through Tribunal. This EP like their previous one is incredibly hard to find and is also their first release to feature the implementation of two guitarists.

Atreyu entered into one of Victory record’ notoriously rigorous contracts in 2001, producing some of their most critically acclaimed material during this period. Their debut album “Suicide Notes and Butterfly Kisses” came out in 2002 and though it initially only generated a cult following, it later tapped into the mainstream thanks to repeated plays on shows like Headbangers Ball and Uranium.

Their sophomore effort “The Curse” came out in 2004 and sold close to half a million copies following its release. The band’s profile started to rise shortly after, primarily due to several appearances in films (“Mr. and Mrs. Smith” and “Underworld: Evolution”) and video games (“Burnout 3”).

“A Death-Grip On Yesterday”, the third album by Atreyu exceeded the commercial success of their previous releases and was likewise revered by critics. Though it was leaked through the P2P website BitTorrent before its official release, the album still ended up doing incredibly well on the charts peaking at No. 9 on the Billboard 200. Their next release “The Best Of... Atreyu” appeared at No. 103 on the Billboard 200 and No. 6 on the Top Independent Albums chart. It also marked their last release through Victory records.

In 2007 the band signed on with world renowned metal label Roadrunner Records and released their album “Lead Sails Paper Anchor” later that year. This release rose to No. 8 on the Billboard 200 and featured 3 singles, including the stand out tracks “Falling Down” and the Hot Topic exclusive “Becoming the Bull”. The re-release included the cover songs “Epic” by Faith No More and “Clean Sheets” by the Descendants. Atreyu promoted this release on both the US and UK legs of the Taste of Chaos tour playing alongside Bullet for My Valentine, Avenged Seven Fold, As I Lay Dying, D’esparis Ray, and Mucc.

The band’s next album “Congregation of the Damned” proved to be dynamically varied in terms of style and technique, but was also cited as the group’s most coherent release. It also featured credits from Ozzy Osbourne collaborator Bob Marlette and sound mixer Rich Costey, an affiliate of System of a Down and Rage Against the Machine. They promoted the release on an extensive co-headlining tour with Hollywood Undead, Escape the Fate, and the Sleeping.

Producer Bob Marlette returned to work with the band on their 5th studio album, which featured contributions from members of Chiodos, blessthefall, Endless Hallway, and Architects. Atreyu went on a series of tours backing this release before taking a three year break starting in 2011.

Atreyu ended their hiatus in 2014, releasing the free of cost track “So Other’s May Live” on their website. Atreyu also began playing live shows that year, performing at festivals such as South By So What?! and Slipknot’s Knotfest.

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I had not been able to see Atreyu since Reading Festival 2009, when I did not have the best experience. So when I heard that they were coming to my home town for a far more intimate show (300 capacity), I instantly rallied the troops and ordered my tickets. Needless to say I was not disappointed.

Fighting my way to the front, I was stunned by the level of showmanship and crowd interaction which the band engaged in. Delivering a high energy, riff heavy set, they battled through sweat and exhaustion to engage the crowd in some of their greatest hits and introduce some new material at the same time. A worthy inclusion was Her Portrait In Black, a song I had not seen them perform before, and there was not a single hand that wasn't in the air for You Give Love A Bad Name. Other noteworthy moments included Bleeding Mascara, Becoming The Bull and Right Side of the Bed.

As an aside, meeting the band afterwards was a fantastic experience. They are humble and kind, willing to take pictures and chat for as long as they can. All in all, one of the best concerts I have been to in a long time, in one of the most charismatic small capacity venues in Essex.

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Was one of the worst shows I have ever attended. The first 3 opening bands had terrible acoustic issues where you couldn’t even hear the vocals. You would think the amount of time they spent between ages tuning and setting up that those issues wouldn’t occur considering after 3 and a half hours of being at the show I watched maybe an hour of music and the rest was set up and running. White chapel just growled the whole time but that’s just not my type of band but by the time they got on stage the acoustic issues were resolved. Doors were at 6 and ATREYU didn’t roll onto stage until 10 and by this point I was over the show and the terrible performances. ATREYU sounded good for the first half hour but I was already turned off at this point and decided I had enough. For this being their 20 year anniversary tour you would think they could get some better openers, staging, and crew to set up. If I had known what I was in for I would have just shown up at 10 for Atreyu and not wasted my entire night.

Recently reunited metal core collective Atreyu have clearly been missed on the live circuit by their devoted fan base. Having achieved a cult-like reputation following the release of their first few albums, the audience gather to hear the classic material merged alongside the new tracks that are ready to test drive.

'Becoming the Bull' evokes huge reaction from the baying masses while Alex Varkatzas whips them into further frenzy as he takes to the front of the stage and performs the difficult guitar hook. All the members seem happy to be back onstage and playing as a collective and the time away has most likely helped their creativity. They have clear passion for Atreyu during the recognisable 'You Give Love a Bad Name' their infamous Bon Jovi cover. By the finale the audience is also clearly pleased to have the rock outfit back by the rapturous cheers and applause.

Atreyu was amazing!

This was the first stop on their Death Grip on Yesterday 10 Year Anniversary, so they played that classic album straight through, before coming back out for the rest of their hits. At one point the lights and part of the sound went out, so Brandon (drums) did an acapella cover of the Fresh Prince theme song. When they finally got everything fixed, they still decided to play the next song with the lights out, lit only by cell phones.

I was a bit worried about the show, as I know they've had some vocal issues over the years, but honestly, I think they sounded better than the records. They were so energetic, constantly getting down close to the crowd (bass player joined the mosh pit during one song). These guys still love what they're doing and it shows.

After three years of working on other projects, though, they reunited earlier this month to work on a new album, and lined up their first live date since 2010 at Aftershock Festival this coming September. Whether or not they’ll be ready to unveil any new material remains to be seen, but if their last UK tour is anything to go by - opening arena dates for Bullet for My Valentine - they’ll tear through classics like ‘Bleeding Mascara’ with genuine venom; Varkatzas, switching between screaming and singing, will take on his customary role as conduit for the crowd’s energy, covering an impressive amount of ground while the band keep it as tight as ever behind him.

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Of course Atreyu rocked the place. Talk about up close and personal, wow. The venue(Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center)was small but very accommodating and the acoustics was alright for it's size. All the bands got everyone involved and all had a great time from what I seen. A little rowdy with the slam dancing but also fun to watch. Overall it was a great show.

ATREYU FUCKIN ROCKS! You played almost all of your great hits. I loved the new song "Long Live" and also "Do you know who you are?" That song is FUCKIN AWESOME! MUCH LOVE! LONG LIVE ATREYU \m/

We didn't go to the show even though refunds of half the ticket were available, Atreyu had bus troubles. We are super disappointed, but hope that they come back and soon!

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Atreyu is an American metalcore band from Orange County, California, formed in 1998. The band consists of vocalist Alex Varkatzas, lead guitarist Dan Jacobs, rhythm guitarist Travis Miguel, bassist Porter (Marc) McKnight and drummer/vocalist Brandon Saller. They have released six studio albums: Suicide Notes and Butterfly Kisses (2002), The Curse (2004), A Death-Grip On Yesterday (2006), Lead Sails Paper Anchor (2007), Congregation of the Damned (2009), and Long Live (2015)

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Atreyu & Memphis May Fire Announce Co-Headlining Tour, Catch Your Breath & Another Day Dawns To Open

Atreyu have two newly announced tours lined up for the summer/fall. First up, the gold-certified metalcore outfit will be co-headlining the ‘ We Want Your Misery Tour ‘ with Memphis May Fire . Catch Your Breath and Another Day Dawns will also be partaking on that trek, a pre-sale for which will launch tomorrow, July 19th at 10:00am. The general onsale will follow this Friday, July 21st at 10:00am local time.

08/26 Silverado, CA – Is For Lovers Festival ( Atreyu only) 08/27 Ventura, CA – The Majestic 08/28 Las Vegas, NV – House Of Blues 08/30 Albuquerque, NM – Revel Entertainment Center 08/31 Amarillo, TX – Ocho Segundos 09/02 Pryor, OK – Rocklahoma ( Atreyu only) 09/02 Lawrence, KS – Bottleneck (no Atreyu ) 09/03 St. Louis, MO – Red Flag (no Atreyu ) 09/05 Pittsburgh, PA – Mr. Smalls (no Atreyu ) 09/07 Asbury Park, NJ – House Of Independents (no Atreyu ) 09/08 Reading, PA – Reverb (no Atreyu ) 09/09 Alton, VA – Blue Ridge Rock Festival (no Atreyu ) 09/10 New Haven, CT – Toad’s Place (no Atreyu ) 09/12 Montreal, QC – Theatre Beanfield 09/13 Toronto, ON – The Danforth 09/15 Columbus, OH – Newport Music Hall 09/16 Fort Wayne, IN – Clyde Theatre 09/17 Grand Rapids, MI – The Intersection 09/19 Bloomington, IL – The Castle Theatre 09/21 Maplewood, MN – Myth Live 09/22 Milwaukee, WI – The Rave II 09/23 Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life ( Memphis May Fire only) 09/23 Davenport, IA – Capitol Theatre (no Another Day Dawns ) 09/24 Fargo, ND – Fargo Brewing Company (no Another Day Dawns ) 09/26 Bozeman, MT – The Elm (no Another Day Dawns )

Atreyu have also newly been announced for a fall tour with Godsmack , I Prevail and Flat Black . That run will hit the following cities:

09/03 Baton Rouge, LA – Raising Cane’s River Center 09/05 Pensacola, FL – Pensacola Bay Center 09/06 Jacksonville, FL – Daily’s Place 09/07 Charleston, SC – Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center 09/09 Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre 09/10 Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live 09/24 Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center 09/26 Green Bay, WI – Resch Center 09/28 Moline, IL – Vibrant Arena 09/29 Omaha, NE – Baxter Arena 10/01 Rapid City, SD – Summit Arena at The Monument 10/03 Salt Lake City, UT – Maverik Center 10/04 Nampa, ID – Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater 10/08 Kent, WA – accesso ShoWare Center (no I Prevail ) 10/10 Abbotsford, BC – Abbotsford Centre 10/12 Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place 10/13 Calgary, AB -Scotiabank Saddledome 10/15 Saskatoon, SK – SaskTel Centre 10/16 Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre 10/19 London, ON – Budweiser Gardens 10/21 Laval, QC – Place Bell 10/22 Quebec City, QC – Videotron Centre

Atreyu ‘s flurry of touring comes ahead of the August 18th release date of their new EP “ The Moment You Find Your Flame ” and a new album titled “ The Beautiful Dark Of Life “, which is expected to follow later in the year.

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DEAD ICARUS , the new band of former ATREYU lead vocalist Alex Varkatzas , as well as Gabe Mangold of ENTERPRISE EARTH and Brandon Zackey , is back with a new single, "The Unconquerable" .

"It's been over a year since we released our debut single 'Sellout' ," says Varkatzas . "As we prepare for our upcoming tour with NEKROGOBLIKON , we wanted to celebrate by dropping a brand new banger 'The Unconquerable' . This song showcases our affection for CRADLE OF FILTH -style, atmospheric black metal merged with the elements of metalcore and hardcore that we love. Lyrically, the song is about a feeling that is un-nameable and stronger than all else, something that propels you forward almost unconsciously with unrelenting drive and purpose. We hope you enjoy the track and ominous visualizer crafted by Riivata Visuals ."

DEAD ICARUS leans on the uncanny creative union between vocalist Varkatzas , guitarist and producer Gabe Mangold , and drummer Brandon Zackey . The band truly gets its wings from the undying commitment made by its members. The musicians pursue their artistry with a resolute sense of focus, manifesting in the precise execution of airtight technical riffs, virtuosic solos, blast beat assault and battery, and hard-hitting vocals.

Countless fans worldwide initially got to know Varkatzas as co-founder and original frontman for influential Southern California metalcore stalwarts ATREYU . After two decades earmarked by chart-shaking success, a pair of gold albums and gold singles, sold-out shows around the globe, and critical renown, he embarked on his next chapter in 2020. Enter Mangold . Celebrated as guitarist for ENTERPRISE EARTH , he and Alex instantly clicked and forged a musical partnership, yielding their 2024-released "Ad Infernum" EP. Inciting critical applause, Revolver promised, "Fans of old-school ATREYU will definitely enjoy."

Stay tuned for more information about DEAD ICARUS 's upcoming debut album for MNRK Heavy , the details of which will be announced soon.

DEAD ICARUS will embark on its first tour this September with ENTERPRISE EARTH and NEKROGOBLIKON . More worldwide touring is planned for 2025 and beyond.

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Sep. 11 - Midvale, UT - The Pearl On Main ^ Sep. 12 - Boise, ID - Shrine Social Club ^ Sep. 13 - Seattle, WA - El Corazon * Sep. 14 - Vancouver, BC - Fortune Sound Club * Sep. 15 - Kelowna, BC - Revelry Hub* Sep. 16 - Calgary, AB - Dickens * Sep. 18 - Winnipeg, MB - The Park Theatre * Sep. 19 - Saint Paul, MN - Amsterdam Bar and Hall* Sep. 20 - Lincoln, NE - Bourbon Theatre * Sep. 21 - Sioux Falls, SD - Bigs Bar * Sep. 23 - Fort Wayne, IN - Piere's ^ Sep. 24 - Lexington, KY - Manchester Music Hall * Sep. 26 - Flint, MI - Machine Shop * Sep. 27 - Rochester, NY - Montage Music Hall * Sep. 28 - Hartford, CT - The Webster * Sep. 29 - Hampton, NH - Wally's Pub * Oct. 01 - Hampton, NH - Wally's Pub Oct. 02 - Nashville, TN - Cannery Hall ^

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A staple of Ozzfest in the mid-2000s with two gold albums, ATREYU is one of the defining bands of the New Wave Of American Heavy Metal, alongside groups like AVENGED SEVENFOLD and LAMB OF GOD . Metalcore classics like "The Curse" and "A Death-Grip On Yesterday" were powered by Alex 's distinctive scream.

In October 2020, ATREYU surprise-released a new song called "Save Us" . It was the first taste of the band's music since the departure of Varkatzas a month earlier. A couple of days before "Save Us" 's release, Varkatzas updated his Instagram stories with hashtags that seemed to throw shade at his former bandmates and their new material: #fakeheavy, #conartists and #justwaitandsee.

ATREYU 's former drummer Brandon Saller , who is now focusing completely on singing after previously sharing lead vocals with Varkatzas for most of the band's two-decade-plus existence, discussed Alex 's departure from ATREYU in an interview with Terry "Beez" Bezer of Knotfest.com 's "Mosh Talks With Beez" . Asked what he thought of Varkatzas implying in a social media post that "Save Us" was "fake heavy," Saller said: "I thought it was hilarious, because I think everyone heard it and then was, like, 'Hmm. Okay.'

"The four of us were very, very adamant on this whole thing" — referring to the split with Alex — "being very, very positive. There's no shitting on people that we wanna do. There's not a part of us that wanted anyone to shit-talk us or him. And our whole stance was, like, this is what it is, but we can still lift each other up and make our fans feel good about the fact that there's no beef; there's no whatever.

"He did his own thing, and it wasn't exactly the kind of idea of a narrative that we would have liked to put forward," Brandon continued. "We've always, still to this day, been fully positive. When people say stuff about Alex , I'm still, like, 'The dude's awesome. You should support whatever he does next.' He's learning guitar, he's taking interest in different things, and I will still, till I'm blue in the face, say, yeah, support him. If you like his voice, if you like what he did in ATREYU , he's probably gonna make more music. Now you have two bands you can listen to.

"The 'fake heavy' thing was — we don't know where that came from," Saller added. " Alex wrote 'Save Us' with us. He wrote probably seven, eight songs that are on the next record. He was a part of the beginning of the album, so for him to say it's fake heavy, then he wrote a fake-heavy song.

"I think 'Save Us' is one of the heavier songs we've ever written. It is two and a half minutes of facepunch. Another view we've had is no matter who says what, let's do what we've always done and just let the music talk. We're just gonna continue doing that and let the tunes do all the talking. And people will know what we're all about. They'll know everything they need to know from [listening to] the songs."

According to Brandon , he and his ATREYU bandmates wanted to avoid making the split with Alex more dramatic than it needed to be in the eyes of the public, preferring instead to give everyone a taste of the new music they were working on.

"A lot of people got really butthurt because of the lack of detail that we gave [in our statement announcing Alex 's departure]," Saller said. "And I feel like we just felt so strongly that in this day and age, click culture and clickbait, every headline's looking for, 'Guitar player of ATREYU slept with the singer's wife' — some weird drama. But we had no interest in that. We just wanted to keep it about the music and keep it positive and let our fans know that this is what's happening, we're separating, it is what it is, and let's just think about the future."

"I think people think a lot of it is a lot more quick than the reality," Brandon theorized. "I think that people think that we just made this decision and posted it on the Internet, and that was it. But we've been going through this for months and months and months. When you're in a business and a relationship — a marriage, essentially — with someone for 20 years, there's a lot of steps to go through before you can say anything. We were very much wanting to say really nothing — just be positive and let's be adults. And luckily, we have so many people that really, really are showing us a lot of love."

In December 2020, Brandon implied in an interview with "Sappenin' Podcast With Sean Smith" that ATREYU was no longer on speaking terms with Varkatzas : "We'll call it a breakup," he said. "There's obviously a separation, so I think that's something that, in our hopes, the future will heal. But the five of us in the current situation are tighter than ever."

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