Capture The Crown
Capture the Crown: The Rise and Reign of a Metalcore Powerhouse
Early Beginnings and Challenges
Capture the Crown, an Australian metalcore band, emerged from the ashes of the Sydney-based group, I Killed the Prom Queen. After the departure of several members, lead vocalist Alex Koehler and drummer Mitch Fogarty joined forces with guitarists Tyler March and Jeffrey Wellfare, and bassist Nick Arthur in 2010. The band faced initial setbacks, including numerous lineup changes and the cancellation of a planned tour.
Breakthrough and Controversies
Undeterred, Capture the Crown persevered and released their debut album, "Reign of Terror," in 2011. The album garnered significant attention, particularly for its blistering track "Ladies and Gentlemen... I Give You Hell." However, the band's success was marred by controversy when Koehler was accused of plagiarism and inappropriate behavior.
Discography and Critical Acclaim
Despite the controversies, Capture the Crown continued to release critically acclaimed albums. Their sophomore effort, "Tyrants," (2012), showcased their refined sound and darker lyrical themes. They followed up with "All Shall Fall" (2014), which featured guest vocals from Asking Alexandria's Danny Worsnop.
Lineup Changes and Departure of Koehler
Over the years, Capture the Crown experienced several lineup changes, including the departures of March and Wellfare. In 2016, Koehler announced his departure from the band to focus on his personal life. The remaining members recruited Jake Harte as the new lead vocalist.
New Era and Continued Success
With Harte at the helm, Capture the Crown released their fourth album, "Manhunt," in 2019. The album marked a fresh chapter for the band, showcasing their growth and maturation. They continued to tour extensively and garnered a dedicated fan base around the world.
Current Members and Discography
The current lineup of Capture the Crown consists of:
* Jake Harte (lead vocals)
* Mitch Fogarty (drums)
* Nick Arthur (bass)
* Jeffrey Wellfare (guitar)
* Jake Hansen (guitar)
Their discography includes four studio albums:
* Reign of Terror (2011)
* Tyrants (2012)
* All Shall Fall (2014)
* Manhunt (2019)
Early Beginnings and Challenges
Capture the Crown, an Australian metalcore band, emerged from the ashes of the Sydney-based group, I Killed the Prom Queen. After the departure of several members, lead vocalist Alex Koehler and drummer Mitch Fogarty joined forces with guitarists Tyler March and Jeffrey Wellfare, and bassist Nick Arthur in 2010. The band faced initial setbacks, including numerous lineup changes and the cancellation of a planned tour.
Breakthrough and Controversies
Undeterred, Capture the Crown persevered and released their debut album, "Reign of Terror," in 2011. The album garnered significant attention, particularly for its blistering track "Ladies and Gentlemen... I Give You Hell." However, the band's success was marred by controversy when Koehler was accused of plagiarism and inappropriate behavior.
Discography and Critical Acclaim
Despite the controversies, Capture the Crown continued to release critically acclaimed albums. Their sophomore effort, "Tyrants," (2012), showcased their refined sound and darker lyrical themes. They followed up with "All Shall Fall" (2014), which featured guest vocals from Asking Alexandria's Danny Worsnop.
Lineup Changes and Departure of Koehler
Over the years, Capture the Crown experienced several lineup changes, including the departures of March and Wellfare. In 2016, Koehler announced his departure from the band to focus on his personal life. The remaining members recruited Jake Harte as the new lead vocalist.
New Era and Continued Success
With Harte at the helm, Capture the Crown released their fourth album, "Manhunt," in 2019. The album marked a fresh chapter for the band, showcasing their growth and maturation. They continued to tour extensively and garnered a dedicated fan base around the world.
Current Members and Discography
The current lineup of Capture the Crown consists of:
* Jake Harte (lead vocals)
* Mitch Fogarty (drums)
* Nick Arthur (bass)
* Jeffrey Wellfare (guitar)
* Jake Hansen (guitar)
Their discography includes four studio albums:
* Reign of Terror (2011)
* Tyrants (2012)
* All Shall Fall (2014)
* Manhunt (2019)