Temple of Blood
American Christian thrash metal band from Huntsville, Alabama.
Temple of Blood is an American Christian metal band formed in Huntsville, Alabama, in late 2001. The band initially operated as a power trio, playing cover songs from thrash and death metal acts while developing their own sound. They are known for their technical thrash metal style and have released two studio albums, both of which received positive reviews from metal publications.
Quick Facts
- Origin
- Huntsville, Alabama, U.S.
- Genre
- Heavy metal, thrash metal, speed metal, Christian metal
- Years Active
- 2001–present
- Current Members
- Jim Mullis / Garth Lovvorn / Lance Wright / Harry Coleman Jr.
- Past Members
- Matt Barnes / Jim Lewis / David Keeton
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Lore & Background
In spring 2008, Temple of Blood released their second album, Overlord, which also garnered positive reviews from metal zines worldwide. The album included a cover of Forbidden's 'Forbidden Evil' and was remastered by Jamie King, who had remastered albums for Watchtower, Cro-Mags, and Chastain. Snakepit Magazine called it an improvement over the debut, and Heaven's Metal ranked it among the best thrash albums. After the release of Overlord, bassist James Lewis left the band and was temporarily replaced by Kelly Conlon, who had been a session/touring musician for Death.
Reader's Guide
Temple of Blood holds a niche but respected place in the Christian metal scene, particularly within thrash metal. Their debut album, Prepare for the Judgement of Mankind, was praised for its technical guitar work and intensity, with Metal Rules comparing it to the classic thrash sound of the 'big four.' The band's second album, Overlord, was widely seen as a step forward, with reviewers noting improvements in songwriting and execution. Both albums were re-released by Alone Records, indicating sustained interest. The band's inclusion of cover songs from secular thrash acts like Forbidden and Deadly Blessing, as well as guest appearances by notable musicians (Ski, who auditioned for Judas Priest), connects them to broader metal history. Despite lineup changes, Temple of Blood has maintained a consistent presence, with original members returning over time. Their music has appeared on compilation CDs from Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles and Heavy magazine, extending their reach beyond album sales. While not a mainstream act, they are recognized within Christian and thrash metal circles for their musicianship and adherence to the genre's classic sound.
Did You Know?
- The band's debut album was mastered by Jamie King, not Sterling Winfield.
- The final track on the debut album is a cover of Deadly Blessing's 'Deliver Us From Evil,' featuring guest vocals from Ski, the original singer of Deadly Blessing.
- Ski, who guested on the debut album, had applied to replace Rob Halford in Judas Priest in 1993.
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