Headplate

Nu Metal

Headplate is a nu metal band from Sweden, which consists members from Engel, Gardenian and Passenger. Here is the official band history: 1993 Danne, n1c and Marcus forms the foundation of the band. Danne on guitar, Marcus on bass and n1c on the drums. 1994 We felt we wanted to have two guitars and Marcus trades his bass in for a guitar. We recruited a new bass player by the name of Heyk. Still we were looking for a vocalist. 1995 We were pretty much living in our rehearsal space writing and creating. Different vocalists were tried, but without complete satisfaction. 1996 Jim (former vocalist of Gardenian) helped us out with the vocals on recordings and while rehearsing. 1997 We had our first gig (though not under the name of Headplate and with Jim on vocals). Mange started to get involved with the band. Our first contact with Gain Productions was made. 1998 We took the name Headplate. We recorded a demo that was named 'Wake up' with Mange on vocals.. We were very pleased with the result and Mange joins the band. Another demo named 'Sleepy' was recorded (probably the only one of our demos that you can still get your hands on). The demo includes songs that later on ended up on the 'Bullsized' album. Our first gigs under the name of Headplate takes place in Kinna, Sweden. 1999 Our last demo ever (probably) was recorded. It was called 'Beyond what’s in front' and if you get your hands on one you shouldn't let go. A track named 'Don't be like me' can be found on the 'Bul...