Angkor Wat (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1986 |
| Founder | Adam Grossman, Danny Lohner, Dave Brinkman, Mike Trevino |
| Headquarters | Corpus Christi, Texas , United States |
| Products | Thrash metal and crossover thrash music |
Angkor Wat is a thrash metal and crossover thrash group originating from Corpus Christi, Texas, United States. Taking their name from the famous Hindu and later Buddhist temple complex, they played a significant role in shaping the hardcore punk movement that arose in Corpus Christi during the mid-1980s.
History
The band was established in 1986 by Adam Grossman, Danny Lohner, Dave Brinkman, and Mike Trevino. Following Trevino's exit, Dave Nuss and Mike Titsworth joined the lineup in 1986 and 1987, respectively. Known for their dynamic performances and distinctive fusion of thrash metal with hardcore punk, Angkor Wat secured a contract with Death Records, a label under Metal Blade Records, through which they released two albums. A third album was produced but showcased a different style; this work was ultimately issued as the debut release of Skrew by Lohner.
On June 1, 2018, Angkor Wat reunited for a performance at the House of Rock venue in Corpus Christi. The following day, they were honored with a star on the South Texas Music Walk of Fame. Later that year, the band toured across Texas alongside The Accused AD and continue to be active according to updates on their official website.
Aftermath
In 1990, both Adam Grossman and Danny Lohner relocated to Austin where they pursued further musical endeavors through Skrew, an industrial-influenced project. Danny Lohner subsequently gained acclaim for his collaborations with notable artists such as Trent Reznor, Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, and A Perfect Circle.
Discography
- Studio albums
- When Obscenity Becomes the Norm...Awake! (1989, Metal Blade)
- Corpus Christi (1990, Metal Blade)
- Compilations
- When Obscenity Becomes the Norm...Awake!/Corpus Christi (1995, Metal Blade)