44MAG

Rank #2 Williamsport, PA Metal / Heavy Rock / Thrash

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Members: Jesse Roedts - Drums, Jason Miller - Bass, Josh Welteroth - Guitar, Pat Cioffi - Guitar, Jared Mondell - Vocals

Sounds Like: Metallica, Slayer band, Clutch, The Bakerton Group, Weathermaker Music, Black Sabbath, Megadeth

Bio: Formed in 1998, 44MAG was born through the love of pure and true heavy, thrash metal. Fueled by their direct influences of Slayer, Pantera, Metallica, Black Sabbath and so many more that went before them, they pooled their collective energies and talents and began writing immediately. 44MAG relea... See Full Bio

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“Winner of the "Best Live Act" category for the 717 Music Awards 2012.”

— 717 Entertainment

"Williamsport metalheads 44Mag led up to White Witch with a ferocious performance; showcasing tenacious, thrashy originals that combine melody, brutality and detail. This group quickly took control and had a mass of metal fans gathered in front of the stage to get throttled by numbers such as “50 Miles,” “Heroes of the New Aeon,” “Hands of Misery,” “D.U.I.” and more."

— Jim Price, Pennsylvania Musician

“With this showcase finishing early, I had enough time to return to the Drinkin’ Bone and see the final band of that venue’s showcase, Williamsport’s 44Mag. Having seen this quintet several times before, I expected to experience blistering heavy metal sounds from 44 Mag, and the group answered those expectations convincingly. With roots firmly planted in the traditions of Metallica, Pantera, Slayer and Black Sabbath, 44 Mag showcased numerous scathing original songs from their arsenal. Their emphasis was on newer material, including the songs “50 Miles” and “Heroes of the New Aeon” from their most recent 3-song EP, and compositions from their forthcoming release such as “D.U.I.” and “Overdose.” 44Mag’s intense and brutal set appropriately slammed the lid on my 16th Millennium Music Conference experience.”

— Jim Price, The Altoona Mirror

"Love This Song [50 Miles]. It's like a Sunday Afternoon Tour through Hell with Tony Iommi at the Wheel and Pepper Keenan as Tour Guide. The Evil comes through my speakers and reminds me that DAMN I need a smoke or at least some Blackberry Brandy. Satan Himself must be proud, Which makes me ask the Question: Who Loves Satan? I believe the Answer is 44MAG."

— Sinner 22, SignMeTo Roadrunner Records

“JS: If you could pick just three words that sum up the band and its sound, what would they be? JM: "Original" would definitely be the first word I would use to describe 44MAG. Every band has influences that you can pick out in their music, but we strive to make our influences our own. With this in mind, our sound becomes a unique melting pot of our influences, producing something fresh and original for the listener. Next, I would say "longevity." The core of the band has been together for more than 11 years and has lasted countless lineup changes, as well as many changes in the "metal scene" and music scene as a whole. Third, I would say "creative" - this band loves to write new music and explore new musical areas, and is never short on creative ideas for new songs.”

— JACKIE SZYMANSKI, Williamsport Sun Gazette

"With astonishing original material, a great cover selection, tremendous musicianship, and an unmatched live performance, 44MAG is a band not to be missed."

— God Of Thunder Productions Blog

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44MAG Needs YOU!!
Dec 3, 2011
Hey Guys! We have been nominated "best live act" for the 717 music awards! We n... [more]

Smokey Jo's, The CellBlock,...
Jun 28, 2011
We kicked out summer off with a few killer shows, and exploding tires. The Brim... [more]

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The Backstage at Champi…
Trenton, NJ, US | 3:00pm
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Trenton, NJ, US
Sun Jun 23 3:00pm
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Headbang for the Highway: Battle For Mayhem - Day One
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Jun 28

Smokey Jo's
Williamsport, PA, US | 10:00pm
Smokey Jo's
Williamsport, PA, US
Fri Jun 28 10:00pm
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Jul 5

Liberty Fest 2013
Roaring Branch, PA, US | 2:00pm
Liberty Fest 2013
Roaring Branch, PA, US
Fri Jul 05 2:00pm
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Jul 11

The CELLBLOCK
Williamsport, PA, US | 8:00pm
The CELLBLOCK
Williamsport, PA, US
Thu Jul 11 8:00pm
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SMITEFEST 2013 pre party. More details and other bands TBA
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Jul 12

SMITEFEST 2013
Jersey Shore, PA, US | 8:00pm
SMITEFEST 2013
Jersey Shore, PA, US
Fri Jul 12 8:00pm
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Frozen Mist is gay
you guys are real metal, fuck that bullshit wanna be poseur eurometal shit that is frozen mist, bromau5 what ever the fuck he calls his garbage these days.
Rick Sweeney
Sup Guys, just going thru my list of Favs listening to some heavy shit while I work, LOVE LOVE LOVE your sound! \m/ \m/
Rick Sweeney
bored at work, playin your tunes for some of the guys here, Hereos of the new Aeon fucking ownz! \m/ Best of luck guys!
DEADRINGER facebook...
sup guys, I used to be in a band called MAG.44 from Flint Mi, the band is long since broken up, but when I saw yer name I thought of old times LOL. I am sure you can sti...
TYM DEAL
EXCELLENT METAL HERE!!!
Justin Langston
Enjoyed my visit and your sounding great. Best of luck to you. Justin Langston Midland,Tx.