Poison Headache Explained

Poison Headache
Origin:San Diego, California, U.S.
Genre:Thrash metal, metallic hardcore, grindcore, hardcore punk
Years Active:2010–present
Label:Metal Blade
Current Members:Phil Sgrosso
Andy Kukta
Kyle Rosa

Poison Headache is an American thrash metal band that formed in 2010. The band consists of guitarist, bassist, and vocalist Phil Sgrosso, vocalist and guitarist Andy Kukta and drummer Kyle Rosa.

History

The band began in 2010 as a project of Phil Sgrosso, Kyle Rosa and Andy Kukta. The project formed after the demise of Kukta's band, Intermal Affairs. Sgrosso and Rosa knew each other from As I Lay Dying. Sgrosso performed guitar in the band, while Rosa toured with the band as a drum tech. He was also in Thieves & Liars until it disbanded.[1]

The band truly came to be in 2016, when the band signed to Metal Blade Records, while premiering the track "Sin Eater".[2] [3] [4] [5] It was later announced Sgrosso was a part of the project, while premiering a new track, "Conspirator".[6] [7] Soon after the band had announced its full lineup, the band released Poison Headache for streaming.[8] The album was released on June 3, 2016, to great reviews.[9] [10] [11] The album was mixed by Taylor Young (Nails) and mastered by Brad Boatright (Sleep).[12] [13] Soon after the release of the album, the band released their debut music video titled "Rot With Me".[14]

Members

Discography

Studio albums

Music video

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Kyle Rosa of Thieves and Liars. Sick Drummer Magazine. April 28, 2008. October 3, 2017.
  2. Web site: Phil Sgrosso Debuts New Band Poison Headache. Charvel. Morgan. Brunner. June 6, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  3. Web site: Poison Headache sign with Metal Blade, premiere new song. Lambgoat. April 28, 2016. September 3, 2017.
  4. Web site: Poison Headache's "Sin Eater" Is Delicious. MetalSucks. Axl. Rosenberg. April 28, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  5. Web site: Listen to "Sin Eater" from San Diego Metallic Hardcore Bruisers Poison Headache. Vice. April 28, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  6. Web site: Poison Headache name mystery member, debut new song. Metal Insider. Bram. Teitelman. May 3, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  7. Web site: Exclusive Track Premiere: "Conspirator" by Poison Headache, Featuring Guitarist Phil Sgrosso (Wovenwar, Ex–As I Lay Dying). MetalSucks. May 3, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  8. Web site: Rumblings From the Underground: Poison Headache (Album Stream), Soon A.D. (Music Video), Cough, Virus + More. Joe. DiVita. Loudwire. June 3, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  9. Web site: Poison Headache — Poison Headache. Metal Injection. AJ. Gustern. 19 March 2017. October 3, 2017.
  10. Web site: Poison Headache - Poison Headache - Album Review. Heavy Mag. May 31, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  11. Web site: San Diego City Beat. Jeff. Terich. June 7, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  12. Web site: POISON HEADACHE (Ex-AS I LAY DYING) Is Streaming A New D-Beat Rager. Metal Injection. Greg. Kennelty. May 19, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  13. Web site: Poison Headache - Poison Headache. Metal.de. Eckart. Maronde. German. October 3, 2017.
  14. Web site: Poison Headache unleashed live video for "Rot With Me". AXS. Melanie. Falina. September 9, 2016. October 3, 2017.
  15. Web site: Poison Headache "Rot With Me" (OFFICIAL VIDEO). Metal Blade Records. September 8, 2016. April 1, 2019. YouTube.