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{{Infobox musical artist
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| alias = 7H7E
| alias = 7H7E<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.last.fm/music/7+Horns+7+Eyes/+wiki|title=7 Horns 7 Eyes|work=Last.fm|access-date=June 1, 2015}}</ref>
| origin = [[Seattle]], [[Washington (state)|Washington]]
| origin = [[Seattle]], [[Washington (state)|Washington]]
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| genre = [[Melodic death metal]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalunderground.com/reviews/details.cfm?releaseid=4939|author=heavy2thebone|title=Review of 7 Horns 7 Eyes, ''Throes of Absolution''|publisher=Metal Underground|access-date=September 8, 2015}}</ref> [[Christian metal]] (early)<ref>{{cite web|author= Islander |title= 7 Horns 7 Eyes – "Throes of Absolution" |publisher= No Clean Singing |date= April 25, 2012 |access-date= September 17, 2015 |url= http://www.nocleansinging.com/2012/04/25/7-horns-7-eyes-throes-of-absolution/}}</ref>
| genre = [[Melodic death metal]] [[progressive metal]], [[technical death metal]],<ref name=IVM>{{cite web|url=http://www.indievisionmusic.com/2012/04/13/7-horns-7-eyes-throes-of-absolution/ |first=T.S. |last=Elliot |title=Indie Vision Music review of ''Throes''|publisher=Indie Vision Music|date=May 24, 2012|accessdate=September 8, 2015}}</ref> [[Christian metal]] (early)<ref name=throes />
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| years_active = 2006–present
| years_active = 2006–present
| label = [[Basick Records|Basick]], [[Century Media]]
| label = [[Basick Records|Basick]], [[Century Media]]
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| website = [https://www.facebook.com/7horns7eyes 7 Horns 7 Eyes on Facebook]
| website = [https://www.facebook.com/7horns7eyes 7 Horns 7 Eyes on Facebook]
| current_members = JJ Polachek<br />Aaron Smith<br />Brandon Smith<br />Sean Alf
| current_members = JJ Polachek<br />Aaron Smith<br />Brandon Smith<br />Sean Alf
| past_members = Kyle Wood<br />Ryan Wood<br />Steven Bye<br />Zack Uidl<br />Chris Weiford
| past_members = Kyle Wood<br />Ryan Wood<br />Steven Bye<br />Zack Uidl<br />Chris Weiford
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'''7 Horns 7 Eyes''' is an American Christian [[death metal]] band based out of Seattle, Washington. The band formed in 2006 and released their debut album ''[[Throes of Absolution]]''<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.indievisionmusic.com/interviews/7-horns-7-eyes/ |title=7 Horns 7 Eyes |publisher=IndieVisionMusic.com |date=1 November 2009 |access-date=17 September 2019}}</ref> on April 24, 2012, on [[Century Media Records]] in North America and [[Basick Records]] in Europe.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://1063thebuzz.com/raise-the-horns-aaron-smith-of-7-horns-7-eyes-takes-the-oath-audio/ |title=Raise the Horns – Aaron Smith of 7 Horns 7 Eyes Takes the Oath |last1=Thrash |first1=Johnny |date=August 20, 2012 |publisher=106.3 The Buzz}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metalsucks.net/2012/04/25/7-horns-7-eyes-aaron-smith-the-metalsucks-interview/ |title=7 Horns 7 Eyes' Aaron Smith: The MetalSucks Interview |last=Neilstein |first=Vince|publisher=Metal Sucks |date=April 25, 2012}}</ref> On January 10, 2014, after being silent for nearly two years, vocalist JJ Polachek announced the band is working on three potential releases for 2014 and 2015. It was described as a large conceptual work.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalinjection.net/latest-news/7-horns-7-eyes-frontman-gives-exclusive-update-on-upcoming-records|title=7 Horns 7 Eyes frontman give exclusive update on upcoming albums|journal= Metal Injection}}</ref>
'''7 Horns 7 Eyes''' is an American Christian [[death metal]] band based out of Seattle, Washington. The band formed in 2006 and released their debut album ''[[Throes of Absolution]]''<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.indievisionmusic.com/interviews/7-horns-7-eyes/ |title=7 Horns 7 Eyes |publisher=IndieVisionMusic.com |date=1 November 2009 |access-date=17 September 2019}}</ref> on April 24, 2012, on [[Century Media Records]] in North America and [[Basick Records]] in Europe.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://1063thebuzz.com/raise-the-horns-aaron-smith-of-7-horns-7-eyes-takes-the-oath-audio/ |title=Raise the Horns – Aaron Smith of 7 Horns 7 Eyes Takes the Oath |last1=Thrash |first1=Johnny |date=August 20, 2012 |publisher=106.3 The Buzz}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.metalsucks.net/2012/04/25/7-horns-7-eyes-aaron-smith-the-metalsucks-interview/ |title=7 Horns 7 Eyes' Aaron Smith: The MetalSucks Interview |last=Neilstein |first=Vince|publisher=Metal Sucks |date=April 25, 2012}}</ref> On January 10, 2014, after being silent for nearly two years, vocalist JJ Polachek announced the band is working on three potential releases for 2014 and 2015. It was described as a large conceptual work.<ref>{{cite journal|url=http://www.metalinjection.net/latest-news/7-horns-7-eyes-frontman-gives-exclusive-update-on-upcoming-records|title=7 Horns 7 Eyes frontman give exclusive update on upcoming albums|journal= Metal Injection|date=January 10, 2014 }}</ref>


==History==
==History==
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==="Huntour", ''Convalescence EP'', and ''Throes of Absolution''===
==="Huntour", ''Convalescence EP'', and ''Throes of Absolution''===
In 2009, the band was selected for [[Demon Hunter]]'s first annual "Huntour" along with the resurrected [[Living Sacrifice]], [[The Famine]], [[Focused (band)|Focused]], and [[Advent (band)|Advent]]. After the "Huntour" the band began to record their first album and released the first single of the album, "The Vindicator". After recording the whole album, Kyle Wood left to get married.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indievisionmusic.com/2012/05/21/7-horns-7-eyes-3/|title=Interview with 7 Horns 7 Eyes frontman JJ Polachek|journal=Indie Vision Music}}</ref> Aaron Smith then contacted his friend JJ "Shiv" Polachek of [[Monotheist (band)|Monotheist]], to be the new vocalist and re-record vocals. In 2011, the band released ''Convalescence EP'' and in 2012, their debut album, ''[[Throes of Absolution]]'' was released. After the release, Sean Alf left the band, and was replaced by Zack Uidl.{{Citation needed|date=May 2020}}
In 2009, the band was selected for [[Demon Hunter (band)|Demon Hunter]]'s first annual "Huntour" along with the resurrected [[Living Sacrifice]], [[The Famine]], [[Focused (band)|Focused]], and [[Advent (band)|Advent]]. After the "Huntour" the band began to record their first album and released the first single of the album, "The Vindicator". After recording the whole album, Kyle Wood left to get married.<ref>{{cite journal |last=Murphy |first=Josh |date=May 22, 2012 |title=Interview with 7 Horns 7 Eyes frontman JJ Polachek |url=http://www.indievisionmusic.com/2012/05/21/7-horns-7-eyes-3/ |journal=Indie Vision Music}}</ref> Aaron Smith then contacted his friend JJ "Shiv" Polachek of [[Monotheist (band)|Monotheist]], to be the new vocalist and re-record vocals. In 2011, the band released ''Convalescence EP'' and in 2012, their debut album, ''[[Throes of Absolution]]'' was released. After the release, Sean Alf left the band, and was replaced by Zack Uidl.{{Citation needed|date=May 2020}}


=== New album ===
=== New album ===


The band announced that instead of the original plan of releasing three concept albums, they would make it one album, to be released in late 2017 or early 2018, recording the "traditional followup" to their debut album, ''Throes of Absolution'', except that the lyrical focus will be on philosophy and their emotions and that they were no longer a Christian band.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalinjection.net/av/7-horns-7-eyes-teases-new-material-new-album-maybe-this-winter|title=7 HORNS 7 EYES Teases New Material, New Album Maybe This Winter|publisher=MetalSucks|first=Greg|last=Kennelty|date=April 17, 2017|access-date=June 6, 2017}}</ref>
The band announced that instead of the original plan of releasing three concept albums, they would make it one album, to be released in late 2017 or early 2018, recording the "traditional followup" to their debut album, ''Throes of Absolution'', except that the lyrical focus will be on philosophy and their emotions and that they were no longer a Christian band.<ref name=throes>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalinjection.net/av/7-horns-7-eyes-teases-new-material-new-album-maybe-this-winter|title=7 Horns 7 Eyes Teases New Material, New Album Maybe This Winter|publisher=MetalSucks|first=Greg|last=Kennelty|date=April 17, 2017|access-date=June 6, 2017}}</ref>


==Members==
==Members==
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* Steven Bye – drums (2006–2008)
* Steven Bye – drums (2006–2008)
* Zack Uidl – lead guitar (2012–2014)
* Zack Uidl – lead guitar (2012–2014)
* Chris Weiford – guitar (2006–2008)
* Chris Weiford – lead guitar (2006–2008)


'''Session'''
'''Touring members'''
* Nick Pierce – drums (2014–2018)
* Nick Pierce – drums (2014–2018)
* [[Alex Rüdinger]] – drums (2018–present)
* [[Alex Rüdinger]] – drums (2018–present)
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* JJ "Shiv" Polachek is in bands, Ovid's Withering,{{citation needed|date=September 2018|reason=a secondary source to show that this is a notable band and discussing it is encyclopedic.}} Nekroi Theoi{{citation needed|date=September 2018|reason=a secondary source to show that this is a notable band and discussing it is encyclopedic.}} and [[Monotheist (band)|Monotheist]].{{citation needed|date=September 2018|reason=a secondary source to show that this is a notable band and discussing it is encyclopedic.}} He is featured in "Waifu" by Enpedestalment.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://enpedestalment.bandcamp.com/track/waifu-ft-shiv-the-impaler-from-7-horns-7-eyes|title=Shiv 'the Impaler' on "Waifu" by Enpedestalment|access-date=April 21, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150629205600/http://enpedestalment.bandcamp.com/track/waifu-ft-shiv-the-impaler-from-7-horns-7-eyes|archive-date=June 29, 2015|url-status=dead|df=mdy-all}}</ref>
* JJ "Shiv" Polachek is in bands, Ovid's Withering,{{citation needed|date=September 2018|reason=a secondary source to show that this is a notable band and discussing it is encyclopedic.}} Nekroi Theoi{{citation needed|date=September 2018|reason=a secondary source to show that this is a notable band and discussing it is encyclopedic.}} and [[Monotheist (band)|Monotheist]].{{citation needed|date=September 2018|reason=a secondary source to show that this is a notable band and discussing it is encyclopedic.}} He is featured in "Waifu" by Enpedestalment.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://enpedestalment.bandcamp.com/track/waifu-ft-shiv-the-impaler-from-7-horns-7-eyes|title=Shiv 'the Impaler' on "Waifu" by Enpedestalment|access-date=April 21, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150629205600/http://enpedestalment.bandcamp.com/track/waifu-ft-shiv-the-impaler-from-7-horns-7-eyes|archive-date=June 29, 2015|url-status=dead|df=mdy-all}}</ref>
* Zack Uidl is featured in the song "Ignorance" by A Boundless Moment.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://aboundlessmoment.bandcamp.com/track/ignorance-feat-zack-uidl-of-7-horns-7-eyes|title=Zack Uidl on "Ignorance" by A Boundless Moment|access-date=April 21, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304094352/http://aboundlessmoment.bandcamp.com/track/ignorance-feat-zack-uidl-of-7-horns-7-eyes|archive-date=March 4, 2016|url-status=dead}}</ref>{{primary source inline|date=September 2018|reason=a secondary source to show that this is a notable band and recording, and discussing it is encyclopedic, would be preferred.}}
* Zack Uidl is featured in the song "Ignorance" by A Boundless Moment.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://aboundlessmoment.bandcamp.com/track/ignorance-feat-zack-uidl-of-7-horns-7-eyes|title=Zack Uidl on "Ignorance" by A Boundless Moment|access-date=April 21, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304094352/http://aboundlessmoment.bandcamp.com/track/ignorance-feat-zack-uidl-of-7-horns-7-eyes|archive-date=March 4, 2016|url-status=dead}}</ref>{{primary source inline|date=September 2018|reason=a secondary source to show that this is a notable band and recording, and discussing it is encyclopedic, would be preferred.}}
* Ryan Wood is currently playing in [[Project 86]].
* Ryan Wood is currently playing in [[The Suffer Cult]].
* Nick Pierce is the current drummer of [[Unearth]].
* Nick Pierce is the current drummer of [[Unearth]].
* Aaron Smith produced the [[Jeff Loomis]] solo album, ''[[Plains of Oblivion]]'' and [[Binary Code (band)|Binary Code]]'s upcoming album ''Memento Mori''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDSKFF75nb8|title= Binary Code 'MEMENTO MORI' Studio Documentary Trailer 2018}}</ref>
* Aaron Smith produced the [[Jeff Loomis]] solo album, ''[[Plains of Oblivion]]'', [[Binary Code (band)|Binary Code]]'s album ''Memento Mori'',<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDSKFF75nb8|title= Binary Code 'MEMENTO MORI' Studio Documentary Trailer 2018|website= [[YouTube]]|date= February 14, 2018}}</ref> and [[Jared Dines]]' album, ''The Grey''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dCTRh3DFOw|title=2 years later|date=November 11, 2022|publisher=Jared Dines|website=[[YouTube]]|accessdate=November 13, 2022}}</ref>


==References==
==References==

Latest revision as of 00:39, 2 January 2025

7 Horns 7 Eyes
Also known as7H7E
OriginSeattle, Washington
GenresMelodic death metal progressive metal, technical death metal,[1] Christian metal (early)[2]
Years active2006–present
LabelsBasick, Century Media
MembersJJ Polachek
Aaron Smith
Brandon Smith
Sean Alf
Past membersKyle Wood
Ryan Wood
Steven Bye
Zack Uidl
Chris Weiford
Website7 Horns 7 Eyes on Facebook

7 Horns 7 Eyes is an American Christian death metal band based out of Seattle, Washington. The band formed in 2006 and released their debut album Throes of Absolution[3] on April 24, 2012, on Century Media Records in North America and Basick Records in Europe.[4][5] On January 10, 2014, after being silent for nearly two years, vocalist JJ Polachek announced the band is working on three potential releases for 2014 and 2015. It was described as a large conceptual work.[6]

History

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Formation and 7 Horns 7 Eyes

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In 2006, friends, Kyle Wood, Brandon and Aaron Smith, Chris Weiford, and Steven Bye started a band, that they named 7 Horns 7 Eyes, which comes from Revelation 5:6 in the Bible.[citation needed] They recorded their self-titled debut EP in 2006 and released it in 2007. After 7 Horns 7 Eyes was released, Weiford and Bye left the band and were replaced by friend Sean Alf, and Ryan Wood, Kyle's brother.[citation needed]

"Huntour", Convalescence EP, and Throes of Absolution

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In 2009, the band was selected for Demon Hunter's first annual "Huntour" along with the resurrected Living Sacrifice, The Famine, Focused, and Advent. After the "Huntour" the band began to record their first album and released the first single of the album, "The Vindicator". After recording the whole album, Kyle Wood left to get married.[7] Aaron Smith then contacted his friend JJ "Shiv" Polachek of Monotheist, to be the new vocalist and re-record vocals. In 2011, the band released Convalescence EP and in 2012, their debut album, Throes of Absolution was released. After the release, Sean Alf left the band, and was replaced by Zack Uidl.[citation needed]

New album

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The band announced that instead of the original plan of releasing three concept albums, they would make it one album, to be released in late 2017 or early 2018, recording the "traditional followup" to their debut album, Throes of Absolution, except that the lyrical focus will be on philosophy and their emotions and that they were no longer a Christian band.[2]

Members

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Current[8][9]

  • JJ Polachek IV – vocals (Nekroi Theoi, ex-Ovid's Withering, ex-Monotheist, ex-Lorelei) (2010–present)
  • Aaron Smith – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2006–present)
  • Brandon Smith – bass guitar (2006–present)
  • Sean Alf – lead guitar (2008–2012, 2014–present)

Former

  • Kyle Wood – vocals (2006–2010)
  • Ryan Wood – drums (2008–2012)
  • Steven Bye – drums (2006–2008)
  • Zack Uidl – lead guitar (2012–2014)
  • Chris Weiford – lead guitar (2006–2008)

Touring members

  • Nick Pierce – drums (2014–2018)
  • Alex Rüdinger – drums (2018–present)

Timeline

Discography

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Albums

EPs[citation needed]

  • 7 Horns 7 Eyes (2007) (Basick Records)
  • Convalescence (2011) (Basick Records)

Other projects

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References

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  1. ^ Elliot, T.S. (May 24, 2012). "Indie Vision Music review of Throes". Indie Vision Music. Retrieved September 8, 2015.
  2. ^ a b Kennelty, Greg (April 17, 2017). "7 Horns 7 Eyes Teases New Material, New Album Maybe This Winter". MetalSucks. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
  3. ^ "7 Horns 7 Eyes". IndieVisionMusic.com. November 1, 2009. Retrieved September 17, 2019.
  4. ^ Thrash, Johnny (August 20, 2012). "Raise the Horns – Aaron Smith of 7 Horns 7 Eyes Takes the Oath". 106.3 The Buzz.
  5. ^ Neilstein, Vince (April 25, 2012). "7 Horns 7 Eyes' Aaron Smith: The MetalSucks Interview". Metal Sucks.
  6. ^ "7 Horns 7 Eyes frontman give exclusive update on upcoming albums". Metal Injection. January 10, 2014.
  7. ^ Murphy, Josh (May 22, 2012). "Interview with 7 Horns 7 Eyes frontman JJ Polachek". Indie Vision Music.
  8. ^ Murphy, Josh (November 1, 2009). "7 Horns 7 Eyes". Indie Vision Music.
  9. ^ Murphy, Josh (May 21, 2012). "7 Horns 7 Eyes". Indie Vision Music.
  10. ^ "Shiv 'the Impaler' on "Waifu" by Enpedestalment". Archived from the original on June 29, 2015. Retrieved April 21, 2015.
  11. ^ "Zack Uidl on "Ignorance" by A Boundless Moment". Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved April 21, 2015.
  12. ^ "Binary Code 'MEMENTO MORI' Studio Documentary Trailer 2018". YouTube. February 14, 2018.
  13. ^ "2 years later". YouTube. Jared Dines. November 11, 2022. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
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