Inspired by the legendary pillarsof Heavy Metal such as Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Blind Guardian, TheScorpions, and Rush, this four piece machine are bringing back the classicsounds and foundations of 70s and 80s Metal.

Iron Kingdom was formed in 2011 byChris Osterman, along with Leighton Holmes and former drummer Amanda Osterman. The band is well known for their energetic andelectrifying stage presence, as well as intricate musical melodies. Thecurrent line up features Chris Osterman - Guitar / Vocals, Leighton Holmes- Bass, Kenny Kroecher – Guitar, Joey Paul – Drums.

Chris brings star power andprovides some exhilarating guitar work along with hair splitting multi-octavevocal range. Bass guitarist LeightonHolmes brings a poetically dark lyrical style and oversees the bottom endcreating a tight rhythm section with his classic finger style playing.

The band released their debut album'Curse Of The Voodoo Queen' on December 14, 2011, featuring past members JordanWright on rhythm guitar and Amanda Osterman on drums. Jordan Wrightleft the band, after the albums completion and before its release, and wasreplaced by Kenny Kroecher in the fall of 2011. Kenny Kroecher adds theexcitement of duel lead guitars and intricate guitar rhythm work as anexcellent compliment to Chris' guitar style. In 2013 the group entered the studio again torecord their 2nd full-length release titled 'Gates of Eternity' released onApril 26th 2013.

The four then spent some time onthe road, heading through Canada, Western USA, and onward to Europe. TheEuropean leg included shows in Germany, Poland, The Netherlands, France and theUnited Kingdom. The gigs in Germany included a performance at the iconic KEEPIT TRUE XVII festival. Thus creatingsome major momentum as now Iron Kingdom were spreading their moniker farand wide in support of the first two releases.

On July 30th 2015 Iron Kingdomreleased not one but two more albums, 'Ride For Glory' their 3rd full lengthalbum, as well as 'Unleashed at the Kraken (Live in Seattle)' a live albumrecorded on a previous tour. The band set out on tour again in support of thetwo new releases. The tour was unfortunately riddled with many trials,including a vehicle accident that almost killed the band members. Following thetour, Amanda decided to focus on other things in her life and stepped back fromthe band to pursue other commitments. Leaving the door open for the newestmember of the band, drummer Joey Paul. With a solid new line up, Iron Kingdomis ready once again to take the world by storm, and lead the revival ofthe mighty and classic sounds of Traditional Heavy Metal.

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