War of Ages

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War of Ages (sometimes abbreviated WoA; formerly known as Point Zero) is an American Christian metal[1] band formed in Erie, Pennsylvania, in 2002.

The group consists of vocalist Leroy Hamp, lead guitarist Steve Brown, rhythm guitarist Jack Daniels and bassist Elisha Mullins. They are currently signed to Facedown Records and have released ten studio albums. Their most recent studio album, Dominion, was released on September 15, 2023.

History

War of Ages began in 2002, originally as Point Zero.[2] The band recorded their debut EP, Unite Us All. Shortly after this release, the band switched names to War of Ages and signed with Strike First Records.[2] The band connected with the label via their friends in xDISCIPLEx A.D., who were also from Erie, Pennsylvania.[3]

The band would record a self-titled debut, which was released by Strike First Records in July 2005. However, Kang Garnic replaced Moore during this time on guitars. In 2006, the band released their sophomore album, Pride of the Wicked, adding on former Mortal Treason bassist TJ Alford, Hamp's brother Alex Hamp on drums, and rhythm guitarist Johnathan Lynch.

In 2007, the band released Fire from the Tomb, a re-recording of their self-titled debut album. The band went into Cathouse Studios and began recording the album.[4] Arise and Conquer was released in 2008, with Branon Bernatowicz joining the band as rhythm guitarist. Following Arise and Conquer, the band began working with As I Lay Dying vocalist Tim Lambesis to produce their next album, Eternal, which would feature Lambesis on guest vocals, as well as Josh Gilbert and Sonny Sandoval.[2] The album was released in April 2010. It was written to stand out and was an emotional release.[5] The album was very well received, becoming the first to rank on the Billboard charts.[6][7][8][9] In 2012, the band released their fifth studio album, Return to Life.[10] Following in the footsteps of Eternal, the album ranked on the Billboard,[11][12][13][14][15] but some reviewers did not enjoy the album as much.[16]

In July 2014, the band released their sixth album, Supreme Chaos, which saw the induction of the newest member, Hope for the Dying's Jack Daniels on rhythm guitars.[17] With Daniels addition, the band added a very European style.[17] The album would also rank on the Billboard charts, ranking at 107 on the Billboard 200,[18] 37 on Billboard Rock charts,[19] 14 on Hard Rock charts,[20] 5 on the Christian charts,[21] and 24 on the Independent albums charts.[22]

In December 2017, the band released their seventh album, Alpha, with the lineup of Hamp, Daniels, Brown, and a session drummer, Alex Rüdinger, who also worked with The Faceless and 7 Horns 7 Eyes.[23][24] In September 2019, the band released their eighth studio album, Void, alongside several singles.[25][26] The album would also be the debut for The Burial members Elisha Mullins on bass and Kaleb Luebchow on drums.[26] On June 25, 2021, War of Ages released a new single, "No Altars". On September 24, the band released another single, "Pyrite", and also announced the release of a new EP, Rhema, on October 29.[27]

On July 29, 2022, the band announced that drummer Kaleb Luebchow died two days prior, without specifying the cause of death.[28] On August 11, 2023, the band released two singles, "Dominus" and "Armageddon", from their ninth studio album, Dominion, which was released on September 15, 2023 and features posthumous recordings of Luebchow and is dedicated to his memory.[29][30]

On April 15th, 2025, the band announced the 15th anniversary edition of their 2010 album Eternal, remixed and reproduced and with a bonus track, "Prevail", that was lost during the recording sessions for the original album but rediscovered and completed, to be released on June 13th, 2025.[31]

Christianity

The band is known for their strong Christian faith which is expressed in their lyrics. In a 2009 radio interview with The Full Armor of God Broadcast, Leroy Hamp professed that as Christians the band wants to "Make a difference in a world that's covered in darkness."[32][33]

Band members

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Discography

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Studio albums

Year Title Label Chart peaks
US US Heat US Rock US Hard Rock Christian Independent
2005 War of Ages Strike First Records — — — — — —
2006 Pride of the Wicked Facedown Records — — — — — —
2008 Arise and Conquer — — — — — —
2010 Eternal 179[6] 5[7] — 19[8] — 28[9]
2012 Return to Life 155[11] — 46[12] 8[13] 8[14] 28[15]
2014 Supreme Chaos 107[18] — 37[19] 14[20] 5[21] 24[22]
2017 Alpha — — — — — —
2019 Void — — — — — —
2023 Dominion — — — — — —

EPs

Re-recording album

Music videos

  • "Stand Your Ground" (directed by: Facedown Records)
  • "Strength Within" (directed by: Facedown Records)
  • "Through the Flames" (directed by: Andy Reale)
  • "All Consuming Fire" (directed by: Andy Reale)
  • "Collapse" (directed by: Drew Russ)
  • "Silent Night" (directed by: DJ Cosgrove)
  • "From Ashes" (directed by: Matt Spencer)
  • "Chaos Theory" (directed by: Matt Spencer)
  • "Lionheart" (directed by: Matt Spencer)
  • "Creator" (directed by: Matt Spencer)
  • "Miles Apart" (directed by: Matt Spencer)

References

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External links

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