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The Word Alive

MetalMetalcore/Deathcore

About The Word Alive

The Word Alive are an American metalcore band from Phoenix, Arizona. Check out their music now!

List of The Word Alive's featurings

Asking Alexandria, Enter Shikari, Dance Gavin Dance & Issues

The Word Alive members' ages

The Word Alive members are currently 38, 38, 36 & 32 years old.

The Word Alive's country of origin

The Word Alive is from United States.

The Word Alive members' real names

The Word Alive members' real names are Telle Smith, Tony Pizzuti, Matt Horn & Luke Holland.

The Success Story of The Word Alive

Who Is The Word Alive?

The Word Alive is an American metalcore band from Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 2008 by vocalist Tyler Smith, the group has released four studio albums and two EPs. Along with Smith, the current lineup consists of Tony Pizzuti on guitar and backing vocals, Matt Horn on drums, and Luke Holland on drums and backing vocals. They have toured extensively with bands such as Asking Alexandria, Enter Shikari, Dance Gavin Dance, and Issues.

Early Beginnings

The band was founded in 2008 by Tyler Smith after he left the band Woe Is Me. He released a demo EP titled Empire in 2008 and later released a full-length album titled Deceiver in 2010. The album featured guest vocalists from Of Mice & Men and Attack Attack!. The album was well-received and helped the band gain a loyal fanbase. The following year they released an EP titled Life Cycles which featured a more melodic sound than their previous work.

Recent Work

In 2013 the band released their second full-length album Real. This album saw the group experimenting with new sounds as they blended metalcore with progressive metal elements. The album featured guest appearances from bands such as Memphis May Fire and Silverstein. They followed up this release with their third album Dark Matter in 2016 which featured a more aggressive sound than previous albums. This album featured guest appearances from artists such as August Burns Red and I Prevail. In 2019 they released their fourth studio album titled Violence which featured a heavier sound than their previous releases.

Live Performances

The Word Alive have toured extensively over the years, performing at festivals such as Warped Tour, Slam Dunk Festival, and Download Festival. They have also toured with bands such as Asking Alexandria, Enter Shikari, Dance Gavin Dance, and Issues. They have built a strong live following due to their energetic live performances and intense stage presence.

Legacy

The Word Alive are one of the most successful metalcore bands of the modern era. They have released four successful albums and have earned a dedicated fan base through their relentless touring schedule and energetic live performances. They have also been cited as a major influence on many modern metalcore acts.