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| Years active | 2020–present |
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| Website | lucidofficial |
The Lucid is an American hard rock group consisting of guitarist Drew Fortier (ex-Bang Tango), drummer Mike Heller (Malignancy, Raven, Fear Factory), bassist David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth) and vocalist Vinnie Dombroski (Sponge). [1] [2]
The band was formed in early 2020 with guitarist Drew Fortier and drummer Mike Heller demoing song ideas for a potential new project. This led to Fortier's frequent collaborator, bassist David Ellefson, joining the fold with vocalist Vinnie Dombroski following soon after to complete the line up. [3] [4] The four met in L.A. in July 2020 to finish recording what would eventually become their self-titled debut album The Lucid. The album was produced by Heller, and mixed and mastered by Lasse Lammert. [5]
This is David Ellefson's first post Megadeth project after being let go from the band in May 2021. [6] [7]
In early September 2021, The Lucid released their first single "Maggot Wind" along with a release date of October 15 for their debut album. [8] [9] In late September 2021, the band released their second single "Damned", followed by their third single "Hair" in October. [10] [11] [12]
The official music video for "Deaths of Despair" was released in January 2022; directed by Drew Fortier. [13]
The band released their official music video for "Hair" in March 2022; it was directed by and stars Hannah Fierman (V/H/S, Siren). [14]
A tour was announced for May 2022 consisting of 7 dates; they were later canceled due to guitarist Drew Fortier's cancer diagnosis. [15]
The official music video for Maskronaut was released in June 2022 to help raise cancer awareness due to Fortier's diagnosis. The video was directed by Michael Sarna. [16]
In December 2022, the "Saddle Up and Ride" single was released featuring guest vocals from Insane Clown Posse rapper Violent J. [17] The band announced a 5 track E.P. titled Saddle Up and Ride with a release date of January 27, 2023. [18]
In June 2023 The Lucid was listed as apart of Metal Hammer's "4 Brilliant New Metal Bands You Need To Hear" column. [19]
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