Whitecross is a Heavy Metal band from Waukegan, IL that was founded back in 1985 by Rex Carroll & Scott Wenzel. At the time, Rex Carroll was teaching guitar lessons to a number of different students. One of his students happened to be vocalist-Scott Wenzel who mentioned that he was trying to find a lead guitarist. Rex Carroll happened to also be looking for a musician. More specifically, he was looking for a vocalist so the two quickly joined forces and began working together. They chose the name Whitecross from scripture found in Isaiah 1:18 "Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool."
After forming, Whitecross went on to release 11 studio albums including 1987 'Whitecross', 1988 'Love On The Line', 1988 'Hammer & Nail', 1989 'Triumphant Return', 1991 'In The Kingdom', 1992 'High Gear', 1994 'Unveiled', 1995 'Equilibrium', 1996 'Flytrap', 2005 'Nineteen Eighty Seven', and 2017 'The Great Whitecross & Guardian Revival'.
It's worth noting that in 1990 and 1992 Whitecross won two Dove Awards for "Hard Music Album of the Year".
It's worth noting that in 1990 and 1992 Whitecross won two Dove Awards for "Hard Music Album of the Year".
After their 2017 release, the band went on hiatus and wasn't heard from for the next 5 years. However, some ground was already being tilled for a future album as far back as 2016 when Antonio began writing some lyrics for some new songs. It was during this time, that the band stepped back into the studios and began recording new material for a new project.
2022
In 2022 Whitecross released their 3-track studio EP DEMO recording titled 'Fear No Evil' on Dark Star Records. 'Fear No Evil' is a "RARE" Limited Edition EP release by the band to generate funds for a future full-length album. When questioned about a new full-length album, Whitecross had the following to say: "Yes, the demo songs will be studio recorded by the full band for the full-length album. The hope was to raise the funds to get all the recording done by the end of this year but there’s still a significant shortfall. It will likely be 2023 but there’s still time! The label will press and distribute, but they don’t help with recording, mixing, mastering, travel, or any other expenses prior to press time."
With this latest release came a major change to the band's line-up. Founding member & original singer-Scott Wenzel was replaced by vocalist-David Roberts. The band's roster now includes frontman-David Roberts who is backed by guitarist-Rex Carroll(King James, Fierce Heart, The Rex Carroll Band), bassist-Benny Ramos, and drummer-Michael Feighan. The track-list for 'Fear No Evil' includes 1.Man in the Mirror 2.Lion of Judah 3.Fear No Evil.
With this latest release came a major change to the band's line-up. Founding member & original singer-Scott Wenzel was replaced by vocalist-David Roberts. The band's roster now includes frontman-David Roberts who is backed by guitarist-Rex Carroll(King James, Fierce Heart, The Rex Carroll Band), bassist-Benny Ramos, and drummer-Michael Feighan. The track-list for 'Fear No Evil' includes 1.Man in the Mirror 2.Lion of Judah 3.Fear No Evil.
Before joining Whitecross, lead vocalist-David Roberts cut his teeth by performing his own music in various churches along with singing on a few Christian recordings outside of the Metal world. Dave's vocal delivery draws comparison to well-known vocalists like Dave Nelson(Saint), Les Carlsen(Bloodgood), and Bruce Dickinson(Iron Maiden). David Roberts' delivery brings to the table an old school vibe that fits nicely with today's Metal music scene as well. Roberts' performance here is tight with plenty of hooks from track to track.
With almost 40 years of experience, guitarist-Rex Carroll shows his prowess behind the six strings on this latest recording. On a few of his solos, Rex interjects some high-octane gas adding energy with a blistering fast full-Metal assault!
Whitecross is for fans of Saint, Bloodgood, and Iron Maiden. With the release of 'Fear No Evil', the band has once again proven that they can consistently produce solid recordings. This EP release has left this listener hungry for more! Help support the band so that they can have the funds to produce a full-length album via the following link: whitecrosswarriors.wordpress.com/tips/?fbclid=IwAR0ysbKPMlYnZcsg-Sc_KSiVZUsuFfozvywNHqWj7TPW6v8gsXYzNGenmic
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Musicians:
David Roberts - Lead Vocals
Rex Carroll(King James, Fierce Heart, The Rex Carroll Band) - Guitars
Benny Ramos - Bass
Michael Feighan - Drums
David Roberts - Lead Vocals
Rex Carroll(King James, Fierce Heart, The Rex Carroll Band) - Guitars
Benny Ramos - Bass
Michael Feighan - Drums
