Artist Biography
Hard-hitting American metal trio Ashes of Ares specialize in muscular, melodic, and progressive-minded power metal that reflects each bandmember's personal experience and influences. Formed in 2012 by ex-Nevermore drummer Van Williams, the combo includes two former Iced Earth members, vocalist Matt Barlow and bassist Freddie Vidales. The band issued their eponymous debut in 2013. Williams left the group in 2016, but he played on 2018's Well of Souls and returned for 2022's Emperors and Fools.
Hometown
United States of America
Genre
Metal