NEW VOCALIST / BASSIST - SAM BEAN JOINS MITHRAS

Leon · **Posted:** Fri Jan 09, 2009 3:32 am

I'm happy to announce that Mithras has a new vocalist/bassist. More details and a statement to follow asap!

Minions Engage · **Posted:** Fri Jan 09, 2009 8:08 pm

Weasel · **Posted:** Sat Jan 10, 2009 2:12 am

That's great news. Can't wait to hear the new vocalist

MrTuke · **Posted:** Sat Jan 10, 2009 5:09 pm

Holy Feck that didn't take long. :shock:

Looking forward to hearing this new guy.

Leon · **Posted:** Sat Jan 10, 2009 10:51 pm

MITHRAS ANNOUNCE NEW FRONTMAN

Mithras would like to welcome Sam Bean (The Senseless / ex-The Berzerker) into the fold as their new vocalist / bassist. Sam was the only person asked to audition for the spot and dominated the tracks chosen for the audition with his brutal vocal delivery and deft basswork.

Founder/guitarist Leon Macey commented:

"Since joining Sam in his band The Senseless back in 2007 (as drummer) we've been working together closely on the new The Senseless record 'The Floating World', so I know we gel extremely well musically and have a similar attitude and vision. This combined with the huge amount of band/live/industry experience he has from all the work he's done with The Berzerker makes him the perfect guy to take the role and help lift Mithras to the next level. We're going to get gig ready asap then simultaneously start slaying audiences while working some more on the new Mithras record."

Sam commented "I'm a long-time Mithras fan, so this is pretty sweet. I've always seen Mithras as being one of the top UK death metal bands and have listened to them often, wondering how amazing the material would sound live. Looks like I get to find out now! Rayner's shoes are big ones to fill - figuratively, literally, - and I hope to do justice to his great work. It's also good to be working with Leon and Ben, two powerhouse dudes who share the same taste in brutal, freaky, evil music. I want to get out onto stage, throw down, and bring in a new era for the band and death metal in general. This year, we're going to rock you." Sam continued "The audition was great, third song in I blew up the bass cab. I take this as an auspicious sign."

Drummer Ben said "so after a relaxed but blasting audition with Sam it seems that he is bursting with enthusiasm to fuel the fire! I reckon working with Sam will be great and that Mithras can now progress even further into the torrent of atmospheric blasting! So Mithras troops, prepare yourselves! Cap'n Mithras and co are brewing up a shit storm of big gigs and a new record that will blow your socks off!"

Sam rounds out the Mithras lineup, which is currently Leon Macey (guitars), Ben White (drums) and Sam Bean (vocals/bass). Mithras' third album 'Behind The Shadows Lie Madness' was released worldwide by Candlelight Records in April 2007.

Minions Engage · **Posted:** Sun Jan 11, 2009 2:17 am

hmm, Interesting pick. I definitely love Sam's work with The Senseless, but the vocals in that don't seem very fitting with Mithras.

I'm curious to know if Sam is going to try to fill Rayner's big shoes or if he is going to bring something new, some originality, some Sam Bean.

I'd like to hear some form of recording here soon for some sort of direction or a path to follow, and see where this is headed. At the moment I can't possibly imagine an outcome for this line-up, three great musicians, three very different styles, between Mithras, Orbeth, and The Senseless

This will be interesting.

Leon · **Posted:** Sun Jan 11, 2009 5:21 pm

Ragnar The Destroyer · **Posted:** Sun Jan 11, 2009 7:42 pm

Thats great. Exactly who I thought of as a perfect replacement. Good luck mate.

Toozey · **Posted:** Sun Jan 11, 2009 10:19 pm

Yeah, Sam was the first person I thought of too. It's going to be really interesting to see where Mithras can now go. Into the Unknown!

Baz Anderson · **Posted:** Mon Jan 12, 2009 1:20 pm

Well this is interesting. Like others the only thing I wonder about is how his vocals will fit into Mithras' music - but I am sure you guys will have a way of making it all work.

Just one other thing though - your message implies Ben is a full member of the band now, as opposed to just being a live musician.
We have him on MS as being a live musician.. so shall I change it to him being a full member?

Dungeon Shaker · **Posted:** Mon Jan 12, 2009 11:15 pm

Welcome, Sam!

Leon · **Posted:** Mon Jan 12, 2009 11:42 pm

Dungeon Shaker · **Posted:** Tue Jan 13, 2009 8:19 am

I reckon there should be some chapman stick action on album 4. :wink:

Ragnar The Destroyer · **Posted:** Tue Jan 13, 2009 10:32 am

Yeah I agree with Leon here, personally I can't think of anyone else who could fit the bill. On the senseless album Sam has alot of effects on his vocals but you can still make out his normal voice on parts and you can hear that he has got what it takes vocally plus he's willing to try new stuff and sing different styles which is awsome in my book. He's also a great choice as he rounds the trio off perfectly bringing to the table not only his all round talent but alot of gig and tour experience which the band has always lacked. I'd be very excited my friends, I certainly am, a very sick album is on its way and some killer gigs too.

Dungeon Shaker · **Posted:** Thu Jan 15, 2009 3:25 pm

Hmm...
I like Sam, and I like Rayner.
But who is better?
Only one way to find out.
FIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIGHT!

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