Thrown into Exile
{{Short description|American metal band}}
{{Use mdy dates|date=February 2021}}
{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Thrown Into Exile
| image = Thrown Into Exile.jpg
| landscape = yes
| caption = Thrown Into Exile at Rockstar Mayhem Festival 2013
| alias =
| origin = Los Angeles, California, U.S.
| genre = Metal
| years_active = 2011–present
| label = Unsigned
| associated_acts = {{hlist|Butcher Babies|Battlecross|DevilDriver|Fear Factory|Death Angel|Act of Defiance|Scar the Martyr}}
| website = {{facebook|ThrownIntoExile}}
| current_members = Mario Rubio
Evan Seidlitz
Tom Tierney
Javier Quinto
Austin Monzon
| past_members = Colin Reed
Erik Tisinger
Chase Brickenden
Ray Sanchez
Dave Corsile
Henry Derek
Zac Morris
Joey Dalo
Scott Shelko
Edwin Haroutonian
}}
Thrown Into Exile is an American metal band from Los Angeles. They got their first break in 2012 when they were able to win the "Road to Mayhem" competition to secure a slot performing on the same bill as bands Slipknot, Motörhead, Anthrax, and Slayer.{{cite web|url=http://rockstarmayhemfest.com/m/bands/id/thrown-into-exile |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130404021543/http://rockstarmayhemfest.com/m/bands/id/thrown-into-exile |url-status=usurped |archive-date=April 4, 2013 |title=Rockstar Mayhem Festival 2013 |publisher=Rockstarmayhemfest.com |date= |accessdate=August 17, 2013}} The band has opened for a number of notable bands including Sepultura, Fear Factory, Chimaira, All Shall Perish, Testament, Morbid Angel, and more.{{cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/ThrownIntoExile/info|title=Thrown Into Exile|work=Facebook|accessdate=January 3, 2015}}
Touring
In 2012, Thrown Into Exile toured on the Rockstar Mayhem Festival, the Summer Slaughter tour and the California Metalfest, as well as opening slots for Testament, Fear Factory and Sepultura.{{cite web|url=http://joedaly.net/2013/05/06/an-interview-with-evan-seidlitz-of-thrown-into-exile/ |title=An Interview with Evan Seidlitz of Thrown into Exile |publisher=Joe Daly |date=May 6, 2013 |accessdate=August 17, 2013}} The band worked on their debut four-song 2013 EP{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/thrown-into-exile-ep/id619887617 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150212103132/https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/thrown-into-exile-ep/id619887617 |url-status=dead |archive-date=February 12, 2015 |title=iTunes – Music – Thrown into Exile – EP by Thrown into Exile |publisher=iTunes |date=April 2, 2013 |access-date=August 17, 2013}} with producer Mike Spreitzer of the band DevilDriver.{{cite web|url=http://www.mainemusicnews.com/exclusive-interview-with-evan-and-mario-of-thrown-into-exile/ |title=Exclusive Interview with Evan and Mario of Thrown into Exile |publisher=Maine Music News |date=August 16, 1977 |accessdate=August 17, 2013}} In 2012, the band got connected with the people from Mayhem Festival when they did the Headbang for the Highway contest to win a spot on the Sumerian Stage.{{cite web|url=http://rockstarmayhemfest.com/blog/id/1846173 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130424021332/http://rockstarmayhemfest.com/blog/id/1846173 |url-status=usurped |archive-date=April 24, 2013 |title=Blog / Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival. 2013 Bands Announced Tickets On Sale Now / Headbang For The Highway 2013 |publisher=Rockstarmayhemfest.com |date=April 17, 2013 |accessdate=August 17, 2013}} They won the battle of the bands to open up the Sumerian Stage for the first day in San Bernardino of Mayhem Fest.
In April 2025, Thrown Into Exile embarked on the opening slot of The Blood Dynasty Tour, supporting Baest, Fit For An Autopsy, and Arch Enemy, covering North America.
Debut EP, Mayhem Festival, and lineup changes (2013–present)
The band's Thrown into Exile debut EP was released on April 2, 2013, via iTunes, and Amazon. The EP was produced by DevilDriver guitarist Mike Spreitzer. For summer 2013, the band returned to the Rockstar Mayhem Festival, but as an official touring band for the entire tour. They shared the stage with headliners Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Mastodon, and Machine head. Sirius Radio Liquid Metal channel has been playing and supporting their first single Not Alone all summer long and have been receiving constant requests to play it.
The band has been working on their debut full-length album due out in 2014.{{cite web|url=http://www.mainemusicnews.com/thrown-into-exile-mayhem-festival-photos/ |title=Thrown into Exile – Mayhem Festival Photos |publisher=Maine Music News |date=August 16, 1977 |accessdate=August 17, 2013}} According to Evan's Facebook, he said they already have about 7 songs finished, and that they were shopping around for the right label to sign to before they release it.
On November 16, 2013, it was announced that Chase, Erik, Evan, and Colin will no longer be in Thrown into Exile due to musical differences, leaving Mario the only original member left.{{cite web | url = http://themetalreview.com/thrown-into-exile-call-it-quits-for-now/ | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20190608181322/http://themetalreview.com/thrown-into-exile-call-it-quits-for-now/ | url-status = usurped | archive-date = June 8, 2019 | title = Thrown into Exile Call it Quits…for now | last = Gates | first = Audriana | accessdate = August 3, 2014}} In May 2014, it was announced that the four members formed a new band called Grimace.{{cite web | url = http://soundcravemagazine.com/grimace-ep-reviewed/ | title = Grimace EP Reviewed | last = Bowns | first = Hannah | accessdate = August 3, 2014}}
On December 23, 2014, it was announced that Henry Derek, the current vocalist for Act of Defiance and former vocalist for Scar the Martyr, was the band's new vocalist. The band also released a new song titled "Restore the Truth", which features former DevilDriver drummer John Boecklin.{{cite web | url = http://www.revolvermag.com/news/thrown-into-exile-premiere-new-song-restore-the-truth.html | title = Thrown Into Exile Premiere New Song, "Restore the Truth" | accessdate = December 23, 2014}} A few days later, the rest of the band lineup was also revealed.
On October 19, 2024, the band announced their new EP, Passageways, would be released on November 15.{{cite web|author=Keith Clement|url=https://mhf-mag.com/news/thrown-into-exile-to-release-passageways-ep-on-11-15-band-shares-desolation-video/|title=Thrown Into Exile to Release “Passageways” EP on 11/15 + Band Shares “Desolation” Video|magazine=Metalheads Forever|accessdate=October 22, 2024|date=October 19, 2024}}
Influences
The band have cited an array of influences including Children of Bodom, Machine Head, Amon Amarth, Rob Zombie,{{cite web|author=|url=http://occoncertguide.com/featured/thrown-into-exile-mayhem/ |title=Thrown into Exile Make Their Big Break Touring Mayhem |publisher=OC Concert Guide.com |date=June 6, 2013 |accessdate=August 17, 2013}} Black Sabbath, Metallica, Pantera, Slayer, Anthrax, Megadeth, In Flames, Fear Factory, Soilwork, Slipknot, Danzig,{{cite web|url=http://spinningplatters.com/2013/07/12/show-review-rockstar-energy-drink-mayhem-shoreline-amphitheater-june-30-2013/|title=Show Review: Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem, Shoreline Amphitheater, June 30, 2013|date=July 12, 2013|publisher=|accessdate=January 3, 2015}} Misfits,{{cite web|author= |url=https://www.facebook.com/ThrownIntoExile/info |title=Thrown into Exile – Info |publisher=Facebook |date= |accessdate=August 17, 2013}} Dimmu Borgir, Bathory, Mayhem,{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSr0g2zm12M|title=Thrown into Exile ~ Interview ~ Mayhem 2013 on ROCK HARD LIVE|work=YouTube|accessdate=January 3, 2015}} Satyricon,{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27JAjAcbcbw|title=Thrown Into Exile talks w Eric Blair about Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival. 2013|work=YouTube|accessdate=January 3, 2015}} Testament, Killswitch Engage, As I Lay Dying, DevilDriver,{{cite web|url=http://www.realmetalreviews.com/thrown-into-exile-ep/|title=Thrown Into Exile – Self Titled EP|publisher=|accessdate=January 3, 2015}} and Lamb of God{{cite web|url=http://socalmusictoday.com/review-thrown-into-exile-thrown-into-exile/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140328045228/http://socalmusictoday.com/review-thrown-into-exile-thrown-into-exile/ |url-status=usurped |archive-date=March 28, 2014 |title=REVIEW: Thrown into Exile – 'Thrown into Exile' |publisher=SoCalMusicToday.com |date= April 2, 2013|accessdate=August 17, 2013}} as their artistic influences.
In an interview, guitarist Mario Rubio had stated on behalf of the bands influences as: "I mean the list goes on and on and on! But there's also stuff outside of metal, our drummer Chase comes from a jazz, funk, & R&B background and I really enjoy listening to Louis Prima, Dean Martin, Depeche Mode, Morrissey, The Smiths, Frank Sinatra etc.
Former vocalist Evan Seidlitz has also cited that his vocal style, image, and stage performance is influenced by Björn Strid of Soilwork, Satyr of Satyricon, and Shagrath of Dimmu Borgir.{{cite web|url=http://socalmusictoday.com/review-thrown-into-exile-thrown-into-exile/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140328045228/http://socalmusictoday.com/review-thrown-into-exile-thrown-into-exile/|url-status=usurped|archive-date=March 28, 2014|title=REVIEW: Thrown Into Exile – 'Thrown Into Exile'|work=SoCalMusicToday.com|date=April 2, 2013|accessdate=January 3, 2015}}
Members
;Current members
- Mario Rubio – guitars (2011–present)
- Evan Seidlitz – vocals (2011–2013, 2023–present)
- Tom Tierney – drums (2020–present)
- Javier Quinto – bass (2022–present)
- Austin Monzon – guitars (2023–present)
;Former members
- Colin Reed – guitars (2011–2013)
- Erik Tisinger – bass (2011–2013)
- Chase Brickenden – drums (2011–2013)
- Ray Sanchez – guitars (2014–2023)
- Dave Corsile – bass (2014–2022) (died 2023)
- Henry Derek Elis – vocals (2014–2017)
- Zac Morris – drums (2014–2017)
- Joey Dalo – vocals (2017–2022)
- Scott Shelko – drums (2017–2020)
- Edwin Haroutonian – vocals (2022–2023)
Discography
=Studio albums=
- Safe Inside (2016)
- II: Illusion of Control (2020)
=EPs=
- Thrown into Exile (2013)
- Passageways (2024)
=Singles=
| class="wikitable" | ||
| Year | Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | "Not Alone" | Thrown into Exile |
| 2017 | "The Wronged" | Non-album single |
| 2020 | "The Mourning" | Non-album single |
=Music videos=
| class="wikitable" |
| Year
! Title ! Director |
|---|
| style="text-align:center;"| 2013
| Not Alone | rowspan=2| Fabio Jafet |
Non-album tracks
- Realizing Fate{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnaYpC-x8_w|title=Thrown Into Exile – Realizing Fate|work=YouTube|accessdate=January 3, 2015}}
- Monster{{cite web|url=http://www.setlist.fm/setlists/thrown-into-exile-2bdd40c2.html|title=Thrown Into Exile Concert Setlists|work=setlist.fm|accessdate=January 3, 2015}}
- The Enemy