Artist description Features Ron Rinehart former vocalist of Dark Angel

Music Style power metal

Musical Influences Dark angel, Metallica, Pantera

Similar Artists Pantera

Artist History After the release of their critically acclaimed self-titled independent EP, OIL makes their debut on Kaluboné Records with their new album “Refine”. Formed in 1997 in Southern California, the band consists of Blake Nelson (guitar), Jason Vander Pal (drums), Matthew Joy (bass), and Ron Rinehart (vocals) formally of the band Dark Angel. The members of Oil have seen success in the music industry at various levels. Ron Rinehart has toured worldwide, had successful albums, and even had videos on MTV as former vocalist for the metal band Dark Angel back in the early 90’s. Blake Nelson found success in the Hollywood metal scene in several bands throughout the 80’s and early 90’s. Now together with their new band, the two are in search of new success with their debut offering “Refine”.

Group Members Ron Rinehart - vocalsBlake Nelson - guitar Matthew Joy - bass Jason Vanderpool - drums

Instruments guitar, bass, drums, vocals

Albums Refine

Press Reviews (Metal Rules! Magazine)When the gang at Kalubone Records asked if I hadreviewed it yet I knew I had to. I didn't notice when I 1st looked atthe CD that it said "Featuring Ron Rinehart ex-DARK ANGEL on vocals".Now that peeked my interest. Ron's vocals which have never been the bestin the business and I'm sure he's aware of it have improved 200%. Heactually gets a bit of melody in there in points but he's at his bestwhen he's raging and he rages all over this bad boy. The music of coursewill remind you of DARK ANGEL but also of MACHINE HEAD, PANTERA andalthough rooted in the 80's this is a 90's CD. Most of the speed of themusic runs midpaced amd chuggin with interspersed guitar solos of totalclass shredding on top all while Ron preaches his lyrics right hard andin your face. What? Rewind, Jeff? What did you write? Yes,it's true.This is a Christian band. I didn't have any idea until I opened up theCD booklet and saw that the first thanks was to Mr. Jesus Christhimself! Then I read the lyrics and knew. It didn't take away from themusic nor the fact that these dudes are one scary a** looking bunch thatwill kick you’re a** for the lord. What was especially cool is that thislabel doesn't play on the fact this a Christian band.

Additional Info features former Dark Angel vocalist Ron Rinehart

Location Los Angeles, CA - USA

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