Rotting Out

Rotting Out is an American hardcore punk band from the San Pedro community of Los Angeles in California.

Rotting Out
Background information
OriginSan Pedro, Los Angeles
GenresHardcore punk
Years active2007 (2007)–2015 (2015), 2018-present
Labels6131, Pure Noise
Websitewww.rottingoutband.com
Members
  • Walter Delgado
  • Alfredo Dario Pedrozo
  • Jorge Cabrera
  • Carlos Morales
  • Benjamin Ruiz
Past membersMichael Craigs
  • Richard Reyes

History

Formation (2007-2011)

Rotting Out began in 2007 after disbanding from their original band Dogpile. The following year they released their first EP titled This Is Just A Life, via World Won't Listen.[1] In 2009, the band released their second EP, titled Vandalized, via 6131 Records.

Street Prowl (2011-2014)

In 2011, Rotting Out released their first full-length album under 6131 Records, and the first release with bassist, Walter Delgado, on vocals, titled Street Prowl.[2] In early 2013, the band supported The Ghost Inside on their headlining tour alongside Stick to Your Guns and Stray from the Path.[3]

In April 2013, Rotting Out premiered a new song, titled Blade of Rust from their then upcoming sophomore full-length album.[4] The album, titled The Wrong Way, was released on May 7th, 2013 via 6131 Records.[5][6] On July 12, 2013 Rotting Out released a music video for their song No Clue from their sophomore album.[7] In late 2013, Rotting Out supported The Story So Far on their United States fall tour.[8] In early 2014, Rotting Out announced they were going on a spring headlining tour. The tour consisted of 29 dates across the United States.[9]

Touring, Reckoning EP, and break up (2015)

In early 2015, Rotting Out announced they were going on a co-headlining 20 date tour with Expire.[10] On January 29, 2015 Rotting Out announced they were releasing their third EP via Pure Noise Records, titled Reckoning.[11] The EP was released on March 9, 2015.[12] On March 22, 2015 the band announced that they had broken up. Walter Delgado, the band's frontman, posted on Tumblr stating "ROTTING OUT broke up last Sunday. Thanks to anyone whoever cared. It was a great ride and a privilege. Don’t ask why. Thank you everyone."[13]

The band were included in the Warped Tour 2015 Tour Compilation, with the song "Born".[14]

The band reformed for one final show on December 12th, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.

In March 2016, vocalist Walter Delgado was arrested in Ohio for transporting an estimated 700 pounds of marijuana. He pled guilty to third-degree felony possession charges. He started his 18-month sentence on July 22, 2016 and was released on November 17, 2017.

Reunion (2018-present)

On February 22, the band announced their first show in almost three years, playing the 2018 Sound And Fury festival. On April 23, 2018, it was announced that Rotting Out would be performing for the This is Hardcore Fest in July. On February 18, 2020 the band announced the release of a new album, Ronin, under Pure Noise Records. The lead single, Unforgiven, was released on February 27. The album will be released on April 10, 2020.

Band members

Current

  • Walter Delgado - guitar (2007-2009), bass (2009-2010), vocals (2010-2015, 2018-present)
  • Alfredo “Tank” Dario Pedrozo - guitar (2010-2015, 2018-present)
  • Jorge Cabrera - drums (2007-2015, 2018-present)
  • Carlos Morales - guitar (2007-2015, 2018-present)
  • Benjamin “Benji” Ruiz - bass (2010-2015, 2018-present)

Past

  • Michael Craigs - vocals (2007-2010)
  • Richard Reyes - bass (2007-2009)
  • Eddie Gallegos - guitar (2013-2015) (international tours)

Discography

Studio albums
  • Street Prowl (2011), 6131 Records
  • The Wrong Way (2013), 6131 Records
  • Ronin (2020), Pure Noise Records

EPs and demos
  • Demo ‘07 (2007), Self-Released
  • This Is Just A Life (2008), World Won't Listen
  • Vandalized (2009), 6131 Records
  • Reckoning (2015), Pure Noise Records

Compilation albums
  • Americas Hardcore (2010), Triple B Records

Singles
  • "Born"
  • "Reaper"

References
  1. Layzell, Alex. "This is just a life, soon enough you'll quit. (Rotting Out, This Is Just A Life, 2009)". Grind To Death. Archived from the original on 17 April 2015. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  2. Ramirez, Carlos. "Rotting Out's Walter Delgado: 'I've Seen My Share of Drive-Bys and Bodies Dropping'". Noisecreep. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  3. Kraus, Brian. "The Ghost Inside announce headlining tour with Stick To Your Guns, Stray From The Path, Rotting Out". Alternative Press. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  4. Kraus, Brian. "Rotting Out (6131 Records) stream new song, "Blade Of Rust"". Alternative Press. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  5. Kraus, Brian. "Album Premiere: Rotting Out (6131 Records), 'The Wrong Way'". Alternative Press.
  6. Osborne, Tyler. "ALBUM STREAM: Rotting Out – The Wrong Way". Under the Gun Review. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  7. Mendyuk, Bridijet. "Rotting Out release new music video for "No Clue"". Alternative Press. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  8. Campbell, Rachel. "The Story So Far announce US fall tour with Stick To Your Guns, Such Gold and more". Alternative Press. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  9. Crane, Matt. "Rotting Out announce spring headlining tour". Alternative Press. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  10. Sharp, Tyler. "Expire, Rotting Out, Suburban Scum, others announce U.S. tour". Alternative Press. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  11. Sharp, Tyler. "Rotting Out announce new 'Reckoning' EP". Alternative Press. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  12. Crane, Matt. "Listen to Rotting Out's new EP, 'Reckoning' (exclusive)". Alternative Press. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  13. Garza, Adrian. "Rotting Out Call it Quits". Under the Gun Review. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  14. "2015 Warped Tour Compilation - Various Artists | Songs, Reviews, Credits". AllMusic.
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