The Handshake Murders
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2000 |
| Defunct | 2011 |
| Headquarters | Fort Smith , United States |
| Products | Music albums, EPs |
The Handshake Murders was a mathcore and metalcore ensemble originating from Fort Smith, Arkansas, comprising musicians previously associated with Eso-Charis and Norma Jean. Following the dissolution of Eso-Charis, Jayson Holmes dedicated his efforts entirely to The Handshake Murders. Their discography includes one full-length album alongside two EP releases. Critics have drawn parallels between their sound and that of Coalesce, Meshuggah, Opeth, and A Life Once Lost. The group ceased operations after approximately ten years in 2011.
Members
- Jayson Holmes – lead vocals (formerly of Eso-Charis) (2000–2011)
- Brian Evans – guitar (2002–2011)
- John Ridenour – guitar (2001–2010)
- Cory Brandan Putman – guitar (ex-Eso-Charis, ex-Living Sacrifice, Norma Jean)
- Jeremy Joplin – guitar (2000–2003)
- Bryce Lucien – guitar (2008–2011)
- Jeff Hickey – guitar and bass (Norma Jean) (2000–2008)
- Brandon Rogers – guitar and bass (2009–2011)
- Keith Baskett – bass (2008–2009)
- Daniel "Dan" Wiggins – drums (2000–2008)
- Jeff King – drums (2008–2011)
Discography
- Albums
- Usurper
- EPs
- Bury the Effigy (2002)
- Essays in the Progression of Man (2005)
- Compilation contributions
- "Messenger" featured on End Times released by Goodfellow Records