Grade 8 (band)

Grade 8 was a four-piece nu metal band originating from Los Angeles, California.

Grade 8
OriginLos Angeles, California
GenresNu metal
Rapcore
Alternative metal
Years active19962008
LabelsLava
Sound Barrier
Associated actsGreta
American Head Charge

Background

Grade 8 formed in 1996 in the Los Angeles area. They signed with Lava Records in 2002, and released their self-titled debut album grade 8 on February 11, 2003. The band also appeared at Ozzfest that same year

On August 10, 2004, the band released their second album Resurrection via "Sound Barrier Records". Shortly after, they parted ways with Hagblom and Zilch, and replaced Hagblom with drummer Josh Garcia.

On August 4, 2008, the band posted a blog on their MySpace page signaling the end of Grade 8, stating "I think we are just ready to do other things, and we wanted to leave Grade 8 the way it was, not change the sound.". The blog goes on to state that they had started a new project called "The Kill Generation", although nothing has been heard of the project since the blog was posted.

Members

Current members

  • Ryan Tooker Vocals
  • Dustin Tooker Guitar

Former members

  • Scott Carneghi Drums
  • Michael (MB) Blankenship; Drums
  • Tim Tooker; Bass
  • Guy Couturier Bass
  • Aaron Zilch Electronics
  • Wade Hagblom Drums
  • Stitch Bass
  • Josh Garcia Drums

Discography

Date of Release Title Label
Feb 11, 2003 Grade 8 Lava
Aug 10, 2004 Resurrection Sound Barrier


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