Ember was formed in the fall of 1994 by Peter (vocals) and Mourngrym (guitars) with the intention of bringing a different approach to the underground metal scene within the U.S. Drawing upon both contemporary European influences (such as Mayhem, Algaion and Carpathian Forest) as well as classic school bands (along the lines of Slayer, Exodus, Possessed and Bathory), Ember sought a style which allowed for both extreme aggression and melody. In November of 1994, they were joined by Abbas on drums and would remain a three piece for several months, preparing material for a future release. Due to personal problems, Abbas was forced to leave, yet Ember persisted with various session members and entered the studio in July of 1995. This recording session resulted in the three track "Within the Realm of the Snowqueen" demo. With a positive response, the 500 copies pressed would eventually sell out.

Over the course of the next year, new material would be worked on, while demo tracks would make their way onto various comps, most notably "Nightshade Vol. II" and Cyclonic Productions, "Under a Pagan Moon" CD. Also during this time period, Abbas was once again brought back into the band as well as a new bassist, namely Allen (ex-Pazuzu) due to his known ability and dedication.

After working with Cylconic Prod. for the comp, Ember came to an agreement to work on a MCD for the growing label. However, this fell to ruin as Ember's difficulties in the studio prevented this release from becoming a reality. Within a week of this recording session, Ember played their first live show with Cenotaph (Mex) and received quite an enthusiastic response for their set. Soon after, Mourngrym would take a four and a half month hiatus from the band in which all guitar duties would be handled by Ali. With the return of Mourngrym, the band became a five piece, with Ali retained as a full time second guitarist. After bringing a few more shows under their (bullet) belts, Ember returned to the studio once again with the intention of recording a 7", but due to the financial strain, it was decided to release the material as a demo. The demo, "The Gate...", initially pressed in 500 copies attempts to show the maturing progression of the band, as elements from the first demo remain, but in addition more structuring and a deeper sound become more noticeable.

So far as future plans, EMber will continue playing live as much as possible, wherever opportunities arise. Ember also plans on returning to the studio in the summer of 1997 to finally bring to life the long planned 7".



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