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The group was formed in 1991 by bassist Damon Robinson and guitarist Scott Edgar, who had both been members of earlier Brisbane groups Guardian, Northwinds, Savage, A.I.M. and Black Magic.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ausmetalguide.com/Misery|title=Misery – AusMetal Guide|website=AusMetalGuide.com|access-date=3 January 2018}}</ref> The band's first line-up featured Robinson, Edgar, drummer Anthony Dwyer, Northwinds guitarist Brad Allen, and vocalist Darren Goulding. Allen was soon replaced by Laszlo Khaninghinis, and the band recorded two demos in 1992 – ''Sorting of the Insects'' and ''Astern Diabolus'' before releasing their first album ''A Necessary Evil'' in 1993.
The group was formed in 1991 by bassist Damon Robinson and guitarist Scott Edgar, who had both been members of earlier Brisbane groups Guardian, Northwinds, Savage, A.I.M. and Black Magic.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ausmetalguide.com/Misery|title=Misery – AusMetal Guide|website=AusMetalGuide.com|access-date=3 January 2018}}</ref> The band's first line-up featured Robinson, Edgar, drummer Anthony Dwyer, Northwinds guitarist Brad Allen, and vocalist Darren Goulding. Allen was soon replaced by Laszlo Khaninghinis, and the band recorded two demos in 1992 – ''Sorting of the Insects'' and ''Astern Diabolus'' before releasing their first album ''A Necessary Evil'' in 1993.


Soon after the album's release, Misery's reputation as a heavy act was immediately established,{{Citation needed|date=January 2018}} and the band undertook its first national tour in support of [[Pungent Stench]]. Goulding was fired from the group not long after the tour, to be replaced by former Mausoleum vocalist Moises Contreras. Goulding would later go on to front Sydney band Sulkus, [[Wagga Wagga]] death metal group Manticore, and Sydney nu-metal outfit Art Imitates Crime. In 1994, the band released the ''Insidious'' EP with Contreras on vocals; its accompanying video clip ''Torn'' was banned from television airplay. Supports with [[Deicide (band)|Deicide]] and [[Morbid Angel]], and an appearance at the [[Big Day Out]] festival soon followed. Contreras' stay with the band would also be short-lived, and after his departure Robinson decided to take up the band's vocal duties himself. Contreras would go on to form melodic death metallers [[Sakkuth]].
Soon after the album's release, Misery's reputation as a heavy act was immediately established,{{Citation needed|date=January 2018}} and the band undertook its first national tour in support of [[Pungent Stench]]. Goulding was fired from the group not long after the tour, to be replaced by former Mausoleum vocalist Moises Contreras. Goulding would later go on to front Sydney band Sulkus, [[Wagga Wagga]] death metal group Manticore, and Sydney nu-metal outfit Art Imitates Crime. In 1994, the band released the ''Insidious'' EP with Contreras on vocals; its accompanying video clip ''Torn'' was banned from television airplay. The EP was recorded at Red Zeds studios between March and April of that year.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-02-10 |title=Insidious |url=https://onesearch.slq.qld.gov.au/permalink/61SLQ_INST/11l3i0/alma9915716894702061 |access-date=2023-02-10 |website=State Library of Queensland}}</ref> Supports with [[Deicide (band)|Deicide]] and [[Morbid Angel]], and an appearance at the [[Big Day Out]] festival soon followed. Contreras' stay with the band would also be short-lived, and after his departure Robinson decided to take up the band's vocal duties himself. Contreras would go on to form melodic death metallers [[Sakkuth]].


In 1997, Misery signed to Sydney metal label [[Warhead Records]] and released their second album ''Revel in Blasphemy'', which is regarded by many as Misery's heaviest recorded work.{{Citation needed|date=January 2018}} More touring followed, with the band playing [[Metal for the Brain]]. Another album's worth of material was set for release by 1998, but due to Warhead Records ceasing operation at the time, third album ''Curses'' would not see release until 2000 through Venomous Records.
In 1997, Misery signed to Sydney metal label [[Warhead Records]] and released their second album ''Revel in Blasphemy'', which is regarded by many as Misery's heaviest recorded work.{{Citation needed|date=January 2018}} More touring followed, with the band playing [[Metal for the Brain]]. Another album's worth of material was set for release by 1998, but due to Warhead Records ceasing operation at the time, third album ''Curses'' would not see release until 2000 through Venomous Records.
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Throughout the 2000s, the members of Misery began to busy themselves with other projects. Edgar played in a group called Soundsurgery, while Kananghinis formed punk rock group Greensteam, and Robinson recorded a demo with doom metallers Cardinal Sin. All the members of Misery also began a [[Motörhead]] cover group called White Line Fever, which they would play sets of at their own shows. After a tour of New Zealand in 2001, Kananghinis left Misery to focus on Greensteam full-time. The band continued as a three-piece until 2005, when Robinson left Australia to live in the United States. Misery's fourth and final album ''On Demon Wings'' was released through Brisbane label Obsidian Records in 2007. In 2005 Edgar formed The Dead, but left in 2008 after one album, and later formed a new band with Dwyer called Laceration Mantra. Misery regrouped in March 2009 for an East Coast tour in support of ''On Demon Wings'' with Adelaide doom metal group [[Mournful Congregation]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.brismetal.com/|title=Index of /|website=BrisMetal.com|access-date=3 January 2018}}</ref>
Throughout the 2000s, the members of Misery began to busy themselves with other projects. Edgar played in a group called Soundsurgery, while Kananghinis formed punk rock group Greensteam, and Robinson recorded a demo with doom metallers Cardinal Sin. All the members of Misery also began a [[Motörhead]] cover group called White Line Fever, which they would play sets of at their own shows. After a tour of New Zealand in 2001, Kananghinis left Misery to focus on Greensteam full-time. The band continued as a three-piece until 2005, when Robinson left Australia to live in the United States. Misery's fourth and final album ''On Demon Wings'' was released through Brisbane label Obsidian Records in 2007. In 2005 Edgar formed The Dead, but left in 2008 after one album, and later formed a new band with Dwyer called Laceration Mantra. Misery regrouped in March 2009 for an East Coast tour in support of ''On Demon Wings'' with Adelaide doom metal group [[Mournful Congregation]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.brismetal.com/|title=Index of /|website=BrisMetal.com|access-date=3 January 2018}}</ref>


As of 2017, Misery reformed for a "one off" Brisbane reunion show in support of European black metallers, TAAKE.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bandsintown.com/event/|title=Between the Trees @ Backbooth|website=Bandsintown.com|access-date=3 January 2018}}</ref>
In 2017, Misery reformed for a "one off" Brisbane reunion show in support of European black metallers, TAAKE.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bandsintown.com/event/|title=Between the Trees @ Backbooth|website=Bandsintown.com|access-date=3 January 2018}}</ref>

For the 30th Anniversary of their 1993 album ''A Necessary Evil'', Misery has announced numerous Australian shows including a slot in the Canberra Metal Fest<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nixon |first=Josh |date=2022-01-05 |title=Canberra Metal Fest Set Times |url=https://bmamag.com/2022/01/05/canberra-metal-fest-set-times/ |access-date=2023-02-10 |website=BMA Magazine |language=en-AU}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Massie |first=Andrew |date=2023-02-08 |title=Alarum announce first Australian shows in four years |url=https://metal-roos.com.au/alarum-announce-first-australian-shows-in-four-years/ |access-date=2023-02-10 |website=Metal-Roos |language=en-AU}}</ref>, a Brisbane Show<ref>{{Cite web |title=DEATH DOWN UNDER 4 BRISBANE: Misery {{!}} Puncture Wound {{!}} Bone Marrow {{!}} Dying Sun |url=https://liveatyourlocal.com.au/event/death-down-under-4-brisbane-misery-puncture-wound-bone-marrow-dying-sun/ |access-date=2023-02-10 |website=Live at Your Local |language=en-US}}</ref> and a show at Southport.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Death Down Under 4 W/ Misery, Puncture Wound, Grotesque Bliss, Covered in Death |url=https://everi.events/event/16979022-a/death-down-under-4-w-misery-puncture-wound-grotesque-bliss-covered-in-death |access-date=2023-02-10 |website=Everi |language=en-US}}</ref> The band announced that they will be preforming the album ''A Necessary Evil'' in full at the Brisbane concert for the first and last time.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Misery |date=2023-02-10 |title=First and last time Misery will ever be doing this so get along for it! |url=https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=732692484970591&set=a.238286111077900 |website=Official Misery Facebook Page}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Death Down Under 4 - Brisbane Misery {{!}} Burial Chamber {{!}} Puncture Wound {{!}} Bone Marrow |url=https://allevents.in/moorooka/death-down-under-4-brisbane-misery-%7C-burial-chamber-%7C-puncture-wound-%7C-bone-marrow/200023674601611 |access-date=2023-02-10 |website=AllEvents.in |language=en}}</ref>


==Line-up==
==Line-up==

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Misery
Damon Robinson of Misery
Damon Robinson of Misery
Background information
OriginBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
GenresDeath metal
Years active1991–2005, 2009, 2017
LabelsVelvet Urge, Warhead Records, Venomous Records, Obsidian Records
Past membersDamon Robinson
Ant Dwyer
Scott Edgar
Glen Philips
Lazslo Kananghinis
Moises Contreras
Darren Goulding
Websitemyspace.com/ondemonwings

Misery was an Australian death metal band from Brisbane, Queensland. Since forming in 1991, the band has released four albums and an EP. The band split in 2005, but has reformed once more for an East Coast Australian tour in support of its final album On Demon Wings in 2009.

Background

The group was formed in 1991 by bassist Damon Robinson and guitarist Scott Edgar, who had both been members of earlier Brisbane groups Guardian, Northwinds, Savage, A.I.M. and Black Magic.[1] The band's first line-up featured Robinson, Edgar, drummer Anthony Dwyer, Northwinds guitarist Brad Allen, and vocalist Darren Goulding. Allen was soon replaced by Laszlo Khaninghinis, and the band recorded two demos in 1992 – Sorting of the Insects and Astern Diabolus before releasing their first album A Necessary Evil in 1993.

Soon after the album's release, Misery's reputation as a heavy act was immediately established,[citation needed] and the band undertook its first national tour in support of Pungent Stench. Goulding was fired from the group not long after the tour, to be replaced by former Mausoleum vocalist Moises Contreras. Goulding would later go on to front Sydney band Sulkus, Wagga Wagga death metal group Manticore, and Sydney nu-metal outfit Art Imitates Crime. In 1994, the band released the Insidious EP with Contreras on vocals; its accompanying video clip Torn was banned from television airplay. The EP was recorded at Red Zeds studios between March and April of that year.[2] Supports with Deicide and Morbid Angel, and an appearance at the Big Day Out festival soon followed. Contreras' stay with the band would also be short-lived, and after his departure Robinson decided to take up the band's vocal duties himself. Contreras would go on to form melodic death metallers Sakkuth.

In 1997, Misery signed to Sydney metal label Warhead Records and released their second album Revel in Blasphemy, which is regarded by many as Misery's heaviest recorded work.[citation needed] More touring followed, with the band playing Metal for the Brain. Another album's worth of material was set for release by 1998, but due to Warhead Records ceasing operation at the time, third album Curses would not see release until 2000 through Venomous Records.

Throughout the 2000s, the members of Misery began to busy themselves with other projects. Edgar played in a group called Soundsurgery, while Kananghinis formed punk rock group Greensteam, and Robinson recorded a demo with doom metallers Cardinal Sin. All the members of Misery also began a Motörhead cover group called White Line Fever, which they would play sets of at their own shows. After a tour of New Zealand in 2001, Kananghinis left Misery to focus on Greensteam full-time. The band continued as a three-piece until 2005, when Robinson left Australia to live in the United States. Misery's fourth and final album On Demon Wings was released through Brisbane label Obsidian Records in 2007. In 2005 Edgar formed The Dead, but left in 2008 after one album, and later formed a new band with Dwyer called Laceration Mantra. Misery regrouped in March 2009 for an East Coast tour in support of On Demon Wings with Adelaide doom metal group Mournful Congregation.[3]

In 2017, Misery reformed for a "one off" Brisbane reunion show in support of European black metallers, TAAKE.[4]

For the 30th Anniversary of their 1993 album A Necessary Evil, Misery has announced numerous Australian shows including a slot in the Canberra Metal Fest[5][6], a Brisbane Show[7] and a show at Southport.[8] The band announced that they will be preforming the album A Necessary Evil in full at the Brisbane concert for the first and last time.[9][10]

Line-up

  • Damon Robinson – bass and vocals
  • Scott Edgar – guitar
  • Glen Phillips – guitar (2017)
  • Ant Dwyer – drums

Former members

  • Brad Allen – guitar (1991)
  • Laszlo Kananghinis – guitar (1991–2001)
  • Darren Goulding – vocals (1991–1993)
  • Moises Contreras – vocals (1994)

Discography

  • A Necessary Evil (1993) Velvet Urge
  • Insidious (1994) Valve
  • Revel in Blasphemy (1997) Warhead
  • Curses (2000) Venomous
  • On Demon Wings (2007) Obsidian

References

  1. ^ "Misery – AusMetal Guide". AusMetalGuide.com. Retrieved 3 January 2018.
  2. ^ "Insidious". State Library of Queensland. 10 February 2023. Retrieved 10 February 2023.
  3. ^ "Index of /". BrisMetal.com. Retrieved 3 January 2018.
  4. ^ "Between the Trees @ Backbooth". Bandsintown.com. Retrieved 3 January 2018.
  5. ^ Nixon, Josh (5 January 2022). "Canberra Metal Fest Set Times". BMA Magazine. Retrieved 10 February 2023.
  6. ^ Massie, Andrew (8 February 2023). "Alarum announce first Australian shows in four years". Metal-Roos. Retrieved 10 February 2023.
  7. ^ "DEATH DOWN UNDER 4 BRISBANE: Misery | Puncture Wound | Bone Marrow | Dying Sun". Live at Your Local. Retrieved 10 February 2023.
  8. ^ "Death Down Under 4 W/ Misery, Puncture Wound, Grotesque Bliss, Covered in Death". Everi. Retrieved 10 February 2023.
  9. ^ Misery (10 February 2023). "First and last time Misery will ever be doing this so get along for it!". Official Misery Facebook Page.
  10. ^ "Death Down Under 4 - Brisbane Misery | Burial Chamber | Puncture Wound | Bone Marrow". AllEvents.in. Retrieved 10 February 2023.
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