Distinguisher (band)

Distinguisher is an American deathcore band formed in Las Vegas, Nevada in 2014. The band consists of vocalist Nick Chance, guitarist Josh Bearden, bassist Brad Cornelius, and drummer Jacob Barsoum.

Distinguisher
OriginLas Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
Genres
Years active2014-present
LabelsIndependent
Associated actsExtortionist
Websitedistinguisher.bandcamp.com
MembersNick Chance
Brad Cornelius
Josh Bearden
Jacob barsoum
Past membersJoshua Wilson

They released 2 EPs, "Deadweight" and "Helpless", in their early years, and released their first album, "What's Left of Us", on February 10, 2017.[2] They released their self-titled second album, Hell From Here on May 24, 2019 through Stay Sick Records.[3]

The band have been releasing new music since 2021, including the EP "Nothing Is Real / We All Suffer", the single "Violent Reaction" in 2021, and the EP "Under The Weight Of Things I Couldn't Change" in 2022.

Much of their packaging and merchandise is designed by Ben Hoagland, vocalist of Extortionist.

History

What's Left of Us (2017–2019)

On February 10, 2017, they released their debut album "What's Left of Us", which was their final release with vocalist Joshua Wilson. It was received well, with Connor Welsh of New Transcendence giving it a 9 out of 10.[4]

Hell From Here (2019–present)

On July 19, 2019, the band announced their sophomore album "Hell From Here", which was released through Stay Sick Records. It was their first album with new vocalist and former deathcore drummer, Nick Chance.[5]

On April 1, 2021, the band released the 2-song EP "Nothing Is Real / We All Suffer", which was their first music in almost 2 years.[6]

On January 21, 2022, the band released the single "Without End" from their new EP, "Under The Weight Of Things I Couldn't Change", which they announced In February 2022, and released on March 11, 2022.[7] It was produced, mixed, and mastered by Josh Bearden.[8]

Musical style and influences

Distinguisher have been categorized as nu metal, beatdown hardcore, and deathcore.[1] They are associated with Extortionist, and often play shows along with them. They incorporate heavy, downtuned guitars and aggressive growls.

Band members

Current members

  • Nick Chance – lead vocals (2019–present)
  • Josh Bearden – guitar (2014-present)
  • Brad Cornelius – bass (2014-present)
  • Jacob Barsoum – drums (2014-present)

Former members

  • Joshua Wilson - vocals (2014-2019)

Discography

Studio albums
  • What's Left of Us (2017)
  • Hell From Here (2019)

EPs
  • Deadweight (2014)
  • Helpless (2015)
  • Nothing Is Real / We All Suffer (2021)
  • Under the Weight of Things I Couldn't Change (2022)

References
  1. "Nevada Deathcore Band Distinguisher Share 'Open Letter' With Fit For An Autopsy's Joe Bad". Wall of Sound. February 18, 2022. Retrieved March 8, 2022.
  2. "Distinguisherr-What's left of Us". Discogs. Retrieved March 8, 2022.
  3. "Distinguisherr-Hell From Here". Discogs. Retrieved March 8, 2022.
  4. "REVIEW: DISTINGUISHER – WHAT'S LEFT OF US [2017]". new-transcendence.com. New Transcencence. January 27, 2017. Retrieved March 8, 2022.
  5. "Distinguisher Discogs". Discogs. Retrieved March 8, 2022.
  6. "Distinguisher". Metal Kingdom. Retrieved March 8, 2022.
  7. "REVIEW: DISTINGUISHER – UNDER THE WEIGHT OF THINGS I COULDN'T CHANGE [EP/2022]". new-transcendence.com. New Transcencence. February 19, 2022. Retrieved March 8, 2022.
  8. "Interview: Distinguisher talk "Under the Weight of Things I Couldn't Change" with KnotFest!". metalnoise.net. Metal Noise. Retrieved March 14, 2022.
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