Sacred Reich is a Phoenix, Arizona-based thrash metal[1] band that formed in 1985. Singer/songwriter Phil Rind's interest was in socially conscious and political speed metal. After several records on Metal Blade Records, they signed to Hollywood Records for a short stint, but later returned to Metal Blade to continue their musical career. The band split in 2000.
Former drummer Dave McClain went on to join Machine Head in 1995. Lead guitarist ...(展开全部)Sacred Reich is a Phoenix, Arizona-based thrash metal[1] band that formed in 1985. Singer/songwriter Phil Rind's interest was in socially conscious and political speed metal. After several records on Metal Blade Records, they signed to Hollywood Records for a short stint, but later returned to Metal Blade to continue their musical career. The band split in 2000.
Former drummer Dave McClain went on to join Machine Head in 1995. Lead guitarist Wiley Arnett went on to form The Human Condition with St. Madness vocalist Prophet in July 2000.
In 2007, the band reunited to play several shows in Europe, including Wacken Open Air. However, according to an interview with bassist/vocalist Phil Rind, there are no plans to record a new Sacred Reich album.
Current members
Phil Rind — vocals, bass (1985–2000, 2006-)
Wiley Arnett — lead guitar (1986–2000, 2006-)
Jason Rainey — rhythm guitar (1985–2000, 2007-)
Greg Hall — drums (1985–1991, 1996–2000, 2007-)
Former members
Dan Kelly — vocals (1985–1986)
Jeff Martinek — guitar (1985–1986)
Dave McClain — drums (1991–1995)
Discography
Album Year of release Label Type of the album
Draining You of Life 1985 Self-released Self-released demo
Ignorance 1987 Metal Blade Studio album
Surf Nicaragua 1988 Metal Blade EP - CD version has two live bonus tracks
Alive at the Dynamo 1989 Roadracer Live EP
The American Way 1990 Enigma Records Studio album
Independent 1993 Hollywood Records Studio album
Heal 1996 Metal Blade Studio album
Still Ignorant 1997 Metal Blade Live album