Testament



Testament is an American Thrash Metal from Berkeley, California, formed in 1983. They are often credited as one of the most popular bands of the 1980s thrash metal scene. In the 29 years since its inception, Testament has had numerous lineup changes, and guitarist Eric Peterson has been the only constant member, although the band currently also features two of its original members, Alex Skolnick (guitarist) and Greg Christian (bass). Chuck Billy replaced former singer Steve Souza in 1986, prior to the recording of their first studio album, The Legacy, and has been a member of the band since.

Current:

 * Chuck Billy - Vocals (1986 - Present)
 * Alex Skolnick - Lead Guitar (1983 - 1993, 2001, 2005 - Present)
 * Eric Peterson - Rhythm Guitar (1983 - Present)
 * Greg Christian - Bass Guitar (1983 - 1996, 2004 - Present)

Past Members:

 * Derrick Ramirez - Vocals (1983 - 1984)
 * Steve Souza - Vocals (1985 - 1986)
 * Glen Alvelais - Guitar (1993, 1997 - 1998)
 * James Murphy - Guitar (1994 - 1996, 1998 - 2000 )
 * Steve Smyth - Guitar (2000 - 2004)
 * Mike Chlasciak - Guitar (2002, 2004 - 2005)
 * Glen Drover - Guitar (2008, 2010)
 * Derrick Ramirez - Bass Guitar (1983, 1997)
 * Steve DiGiorgio - Bass Guitar (1998 - 2004)
 * Mike "The Rottweiler" Ronchette - Drums (1983)
 * Louie Clemente - Drums (1983 - 1993, 2005)
 * John Tempesta - Drums (1993 - 1994, 2001, 2005, 2011)
 * Jon Dette - Drums (1994 - 1995, 1997)
 * Chris Kontos - Drums (1995)
 * Gene Hoglan - Drums (1996 - 1997, 2011)
 * Steve Jacobs - Drums (1997, 1999)
 * Dave Lombardo - Drums (1998 - 1999)
 * Jon Allen - Drums (1999 - 2004, 2007, 2011)
 * Asgeir Mickelson - Drums (2003)
 * Nick Barker - Drums (2006 - 2007)
 * Paul Bostaph - Drums (1993, 2007 - 2011)
 * Chris Adler - Drums (2011)

CD: (Albums)

 * The Legacy - 1987
 * The New Order - 1988
 * Practise What You Preach - 1989
 * Souls of Black - 1990
 * The Ritual - 1992
 * Low - 1994
 * Demonic - 1997
 * The Gathering - 1999
 * The Formation of Damnation - 2008
 * The Dark Roots of Earth - 2012

CD: (Live)

 * Testament: Live at the Fillmore - 1995
 * Testament: Live in London - 2005
 * Testament: Live at Eindhoven '87 - 2009

CD: (EP's)

 * Testament: Live at Eindhoven - 1987
 * Return to the Apocalyptic City - 1993

CD: (Best of's)

 * The Best of Testament - 1996
 * Signs of Chaos: The Best of Testament - 1997
 * The Very Best of Testament - 2001
 * Days of Darkness - 2004
 * First Strike Still Deadley - 2001
 * The Spitfire Collection - 2007

Video's:

 * Seen Between the Lines - 1991
 * Electric Crown - 1992
 * Testament: Live in London - 2005

Tours

 * Metal Masters Tour - 2008
 * American Carnage Tour - 2010
 * Anthrax/Testament Tour - 2011 - 2012