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Sacred Reich is a Phoenix, Arizona based thrash metal band that formed in 1985. Singer/songwriter Phil Rind’s interest was in socially-conscious and political speed metal. After several records on Metal Blade, they signed to Hollywood Records for a short stint, but later returned to Metal Blade to continue their musical career. The band split in 2000, however they reformed again in 2006.
Former drummer Dave McClain went on to join Machine Head (3) in 1995. Lead guitarist Wiley Arnett went on to form The Human Condition with St. Madness vocalist Prophet in July of 2000.
In the summer of 2006, Wiley Arnett brought his recording equipment to his accountant's house in Arizona and produced the demo for the band A Tragic Comedy.
In 2007, the band... Read More ... reunited to play several shows in Europe, including Wacken Open Air.
In 2009, the band again went to Europe in the Summer to tour some clubs and festivals. Their live performance at Wacken Open Air 2009 is available on CD and DVD.
Current Members
Phil Rind — vocals, bass (1985–2000, 2006–)
Wiley Arnett — lead guitar (1986–2000, 2006–)
Dave McClain — drums (1991–1995, 2018–)
Joey Radziwill — rhythm guitar (2019–)
Former members
Dan Kelly — vocals (1985–1986)
Jeff Martinek — guitar (1985–1986, died in 2018)
Jason Rainey — rhythm guitar (1985–2000, 2006–2019, died in 2020)
Greg Hall — drums (1985–1991, 1996–2000, 2006–2018)
Official fan club
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