Metanoia (Australian band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1990 in Townsville, Queensland, Australia |
| Founder | Steve Bennett |
| Defunct | 2000 |
| Headquarters | Townsville , Australia |
Area served | Australia |
Key people | Steve Bennett, Lisa Bennett, Justin 'Yowie' Smith |
| Products | Music albums and recordings |
Metanoia was a Christian death metal and grindcore ensemble originating from Townsville, Queensland, Australia. Established in 1990 by guitarist Steve Bennett, the principal members comprised Steve alongside his wife Lisa Bennett on bass and vocalist Justin 'Yowie' Smith. The group remained active until 2000, issuing recordings through Rowe Productions.
Background
Metanoia came into existence in 1990 with Steve Bennett as founder, initially featuring Lisa Bennett on bass, Dylan Speerstra handling drums, and Yowie Smith as the vocalist. In 1996, Speerstra exited the band and was succeeded by Ian Northey on drums. Two years later, in 1998, Smith left the lineup, with Simon Pankhurst stepping in as the new singer. The band ultimately dissolved in 2000.
Members
Final known lineup
- Ian Northey – drums (1996–1999)
- Simon "Psycho" Pankhurst – vocals (1998–1999)
- Lisa "Spud" Bennett – bass (1990–1999)
- Steve "Yak" Bennett – guitar (1990–1999), rhythm guitar (1999)
Previous members
- Dylan Speerstra – drums (1990–1996)
- Justin "Yowie" Smith – vocals (1994–1998)
- Justin Heath – lead guitar (1994–1995)
Timeline
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Discography
Albums
- In Darkness or in Light (1995)
- Don't Walk Dead (1998)
- Time to Die (1999)
Demo recordings
- Demo (1990)
- Screaming Fetus (1994)
- Akeldama (1995)
Split releases
- Australian Metal Compilation II - The Raise the Dead (1995)