Alpha Wolf (band)

Alpha Wolf is an Australian metalcore band originally from Burnie, Tasmania and currently located in Melbourne, Victoria. Bassist/founding vocalist John Arnold stated that "the name Alpha Wolf came from the movie The Grey". Their debut album Mono was released in July 2017 and peaked at number 29 on the ARIA Albums Chart.

Alpha Wolf
OriginBurnie, Tasmania, Australia
GenresMetalcore, nu metal[1]
Years active2013–present
LabelsGreyscale, SharpTone
MembersSabian Lynch
Scottie Simpson
Mitch Fogarty
John Arnold
Lochie Keogh
Past membersHayden Dargavel
Lloyd Hornidge
Aidan Ellaz
Jackson Arnold

Biography

Formation and Origin (2013-2016)

The band formed in 2013 and released their debut EP Origin on 9 June 2014.[2] The EP was preceded by three singles.

Mono and line-up change (2017-2018)

In July 2017, the band's 2017 released its debut studio album titled, Mono. This is short for monochromatic, which means, "involving or producing visual images in a single color or in varying tones of a single color".[3] This title and its association tease the lyrical content which deals strongly in themes of trauma and depression.[4]

On 9 February 2018, lead vocalist Aidan Ellaz was ejected from the band due to allegations of sexual assault. In June 2018, Lochie Keogh and Mitch Fogarty were announced as new members.[5]

Fault and A Quiet Place to Die (2019-Present)

In April 2019, the band released Fault EP, with guitarist Sabian Lynch saying "Fault is our way of opening up, and doing our best to show that it's okay to mess up, it's okay to fail, it's okay make mistakes, as long as we can find ways grow from it. We always want to be honest with our song writing and these songs showcase a realisation within ourselves, thus creating the best music we've ever been a part of."[6]

The band's second studio album, A Quiet Place to Die was released on September 25, 2020.

The band released a new EP, Shh, on 31 March 2023.[7]

Members

Current members

  • Sabian Lynch – rhythm guitar (2013–present)
  • John Arnold – bass, backing vocals (2016–present), lead vocals (2013–2016)
  • Scottie Simpson – lead guitar (2016–present), bass (2015–2016)
  • Mitch Fogarty – drums (2018–present)
  • Lochie Keogh – lead vocals (2018–present)

Former members

  • Hayden Dargavel – bass (2013–2015)
  • Lloyd Hornidge – lead guitar (2015–2016)
  • Jackson Arnold – drums (2013–2017)
  • Aidan Ellaz – lead vocals (2016–2018)

Timeline

Discography

Studio albums
Title Details Peak chart positions
AUS
[8]
Mono 29
A Quiet Place to Die
  • Released: 25 September 2020
  • Label: Greyscale Records (GSRCD038), SharpTone Records
  • Format: CD, digital download, LP
 6
[9]

Extended plays
Title Details
Origin
  • Released: 9 June 2014[2]
  • Label: Alpha Wolf (ALP002)
  • Format: CD, digital download, streaming
Fault
  • Released: 19 April 2019[10][6]
  • Label: Greyscale Records (GSRCD014)
  • Format: CD, LP, streaming
The Lost & the Longing
  • Released: 15 August 2022
  • Label: Greyscale Records, SharpTone Records
  • Format: Music download
  • Notes: Split EP with Holding Absence
Shh
  • Released: 31 March 2023
  • Label: Greyscale Records, SharpTone Records
  • Format: Music download

Singles
Year Title Album
2014 "Death Bringer"[11] Origin
"I Am; Horror"[12]
"Dead Wing"[13]
2015 "Dark Soul"[14] non album single
2016 "Nail Biter"[15] non album single
2017 "#104"[16] Mono
"Golden Fate; Gut Ache"[17]
"Ward of the State"[18]
"Golden Fate; Water Break"[19]
2018 "Black Mamba"[20] non album single
"No Name"[21] Fault
2019 "Sub-Zero"[22]
"Russian roulette"[23]
2020 "Akudama"[24] A Quiet Place to Die
"Creep"[25]
"Bleed 4 You"[26]

Awards

AIR Awards

The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as AIR Awards) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
AIR Awards of 2020[27][28] Fault Best Independent Heavy Album or EP Nominated

ARIA Music Awards

The ARIA Music Awards is an annual ceremony presented by Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA), which recognise excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of the music of Australia. They commenced in 1987.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2021A Quiet Place to DieARIA Award for Best Hard Rock or Heavy Metal AlbumNominated [29]

References
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  13. "Alpha Wolf - Deadwing". YouTube. November 2014. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  14. "Dark Soul - single". Apple Music. 4 November 2015. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  15. "Nail Biter - single". Apple Music. 28 October 2016. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  16. "Alpha Wolf - #104 (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 14 March 2017. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  17. "Alpha Wolf - Golden Fate; Gut Ache (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 30 May 2017. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  18. "Alpha Wolf - Ward Of The State (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 22 June 2017. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  19. "Alpha Wolf - Golden Fate; Water Break (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 10 July 2017. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  20. "Black Mamba - single". Apple Music. 13 June 2018. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  21. "No Name - single". Apple Music. 4 December 2018. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  22. "Alpha Wolf - Sub-Zero (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 18 March 2019. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  23. "Alpha Wolf - Russian Roulette (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 2 July 2019. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  24. "Alpha Wolf - Akudama (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 3 June 2020. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  25. "Alpha Wolf - Creep (Official Visualizer)". YouTube. 22 July 2020. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  26. "Alpha Wolf - bleed 4 you (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 12 August 2020. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
  27. "2020 AIR Awards Nominees". scenestr. 7 July 2020. Retrieved 8 August 2020.
  28. "That's a wrap: 2020 AIR Awards winners and celebrations". the industry observer. 1 October 2020. Retrieved 1 October 2020.
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