Bonded by Blood emerged in 2005 as a central pillar of the Thrash Metal Revival, a movement that sought to reclaim the speed and aesthetic of the 1980s Bay Area scene. Named after the seminal Exodus debut, the band was founded in Pomona, California, by Jose Barrales.
Their sound is defined by high-precision alternate picking, 'razor-sharp' guitar tones influenced by Gary Holt, and a rhythmic foundation that incorporates the urgency of hardcore punk. Unlike the original wave of thrash, Bonded by Blood benefited from modern production standards, resulting in a sound that is cleaner and more compressed than their 1980s idols. They gained significant traction via MySpace and Earache Records, touring alongside legends like Testament. Culturally, they represent a bridge between metal and skate culture, frequently referencing pop culture like the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Despite several lineup changes, including the departure of founding vocalist Barrales, they remain a definitive example of the 'New Wave of Thrash' alongside peers like Municipal Waste and Evile.
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