Fallout (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1979 |
| Defunct | 1982 |
| Headquarters | Brooklyn, New York City , United States |
| Products | Heavy metal music |
Fallout was a heavy metal group originating from Brooklyn, New York City, established in 1979. The band included Peter Steele (known then as Peter Ratajczyk) handling bass and vocals, and Josh Silver on keyboards—both of whom later joined Type O Negative. Guitar duties were performed by John Campos, while drums were played by Louie Beateaux (formerly Louie Beato) from Agnostic Front. Their discography consists of a single release before their breakup in 1982: the "Rock Hard" 7" single (1981, Silver Records), which was limited to 500 copies and produced by Richard Termini alongside William Wittman.
Following three years of activity, Fallout disbanded. Steele and Beateaux went on to form Carnivore, whereas Silver and Campos established Original Sin. After Original Sin dissolved, Campos launched Powerhouse Entertainment Group, Inc., contributing production and songwriting for artists such as Bret Reilly, Alex Skolnick, and Fat Joe. He currently manages One Mind Music, a recording and production studio based in Astoria, New York.
Past members
- Peter Steele – bass guitar, lead vocals
- John Campos – guitar
- Louie Beateaux – drums
- Josh Silver – keyboard instruments
Discography
- Untitled 7" single (1981)
In addition to their released single, Fallout recorded several unreleased tracks including "Parthenophagia," "Fallout," and "Under the Wheels," as well as experimental instrumentals at Soundscape studio. They developed the 'World War Three' Soundscape featuring synthesized explosions and screams performed by Termini on the Oberheim Two Voice synthesizer; this piece was later incorporated into Carnivore’s self-titled album released in 1985.
Untitled 7" single
- "Rock Hard" (side A)
- "Batteries Not Included" (side B)