Brian Stephenson- Lead guitar, Lead Vocals
Adam Pell - lead guitar, backing vocals
Max Gingras - Bass, backing vocals
Chris Stephenson- Skins, backing vocals
In Ottawa, Ontario, 2006, a group of friends decided to try their hand at the long sought dream of a prolonged musical career, in the form of a thrash metal band named AGGRESSOR! Brian Stephenson, age 18 (vocals/guitar) and Chris Stephenson, age 17 (drums) set out to find a solid lineup in the sleepy suburbs of Ottawa. The search was deemed completed within the first six months, with a steady lineup that consisted of the Stephenson brothers, Adam Pell, age 17 (guitar), and (bass guitarist), Max Gingras, age 19. Combinations of influences were gathered amongst the members, including various death metal and power metal touches. Bands like Slayer, Pantera, Megadeth, and Exodus were, and still are, present at all times within the writings, and are here to stay. The different influences prompted a slight change in the original sound. The newfound members added their twists and turns to the already catchy and strong songs of the original incarnation of AGGRESSOR!
Their songs showcased a more mature songwriting approach with more emphasis on vocals and overall structure bringing them to their first recording in Toronto at Palace Room studios (January 2007). These songs were not intended for commercial purpose, but for the simple purpose of spreading the sound of AGGRESSOR! AGGRESSOR had returned to the studio in early July 2007 with intent of showcasing a much more professional quality recording that would be potentially used as the bands first official release. After filtering through the Ottawa metal culture, a name arose in the form of Dean Hadjichristou, a veteran studio engineer and local music enthusiast. With two professional recordings under their belt, AGGRESSOR now expanded their local scene by playing various shows in the Ottawa, Toronto and the Montreal areas. With their fan base getting bigger, they played benefit shows for raising money for the Childrens Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) and radio shows.
AGGRESSOR is driving towards a professional level where they will be recognized amongst the metal genre, leaving an indelible mark. The journey thus far has been rather intense and laden with many different challenges, including a 3 month period in which Brian was touring with Ottawa metal giants Annihilator. With Brian back, the band is charging ahead with more of a drive than ever, to deliver their own interpretation of fist pounding, neck snapping thrash metal! You can always contact us at info@aggressor.ca or www.myspace.com/aggressivemusic or our official website at www.aggressor.ca.
hey guys, i'm so sorry i couldn't stay for your set, i had to be back tonight early for certain reasons, i just wanna say that i love aggressor, you guys are one of the greatest metal bands around and we're very lucky to have shared the stage with you all. hopefully we can tour together this summer!
i guess you guys arent 21.. so if you know joe thrasher talk to them, and we'll see who we can talk to about getting you in, thanks guys! hit us up to party.
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