Ashes Reign

Ashes Reign is a melodic metal band from central Virginia. Formed in 2010 when guitarist and lyricist Vinny Carrion met bassist Ryan Neurauter, the band began writing music combining modern metal influences with progressive elements. Carrion and Neurauter also sought a drummer and vocalist which became a years long effort. This led them to write songs with a drum machine and, after unsuccessfully trying out several singers, impelled Vinny to permanently take on vocal duties in 2017. With lyrics so personal, it turned out his voice was a key piece for Ashes Reign to move forward as a band.