Draft:Ricky Armellino
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Ricky Armellino | |
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 Armellino performing with Ice Nine Kills at Rock im Park 2022 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Richard Joseph Armellino |
| Born | March 16, 1988 Long Island, New York, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Occupation(s) | Rhythm Guitarist, Vocals |
| Years active | 2005–present |
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| Website | www |
Rick Armellino (born March 16, 1988)[1] is an American musician, best known as the rhythm guitarist and backing vocalist for the heavy metal band Ice Nine Kills.
Biography[edit]
Armellino was born in Long Island, New York, and grew up in Lancaster, Pennsylvania since the age of 3.[2]
Ricky graduated from Manheim Township High School.[3]
In 2016, Armellino earned an English degree from the University of Alabama.[4]
By the time Armellino was 19 years old, he was fronting a band called This or the Apocalypse. He spent the better part of a decade on over 30 full US-tours and a handful overseas.[citation needed]
While being a talented guitarist and vocalist, Armellino also produced dozens of albums and has dedicated time to work directly under multiple Grammy-nominated producers.[citation needed]
In March of 2018 Armellino's band This or The Apocalypse changes name to HAWK.[5]
In 2021, Armellino produces new single for The Suicide Diseases.[6]
In 2019, Armellino contributes to the production of music documentary, Barn Burner. [7]
Discography[edit]
This or The Apocalypse[edit]
- Sentinels (2006)
- Monuments (2008)
- Haunt What’s Left (2010)
- Dead Years (2012)
Ice Nine Kills[edit]
- The Silver Scream (2018)
- The Silver Scream 2: Welcome to Horrorwood (2021)
HAWK[edit]
- Tolerance’s Paradox (2020)
Awards and nominations[edit]
SDMA Winners Series
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Ricky Armellino | Guitarist of the Year | Winner |
References[edit]
- ^ Stuart, Donnie (May 6, 2023). "Ricky Armellino Facts". Old Time Music. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ^ "Ricky Armellino's schedule for LAUNCH 2019". launch2019.sched.com. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ^ Yumpu.com. "H i - L ite - Manheim Township School District". yumpu.com. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ^ https://commencement.ua.edu/img/past-programs/2016-Spring-Commencement-Program.pdf
- ^ wookubus (March 22, 2019). "This Or The Apocalypse Members Return As Hawk, Debut New Song "Mileage"". Theprp.com. Retrieved January 10, 2024.
- ^ Major, Michael. "The Suicide Disease's New Single Produced by Ice Nine Kills' Ricky Armellino". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved January 10, 2024.
- ^ "Barn Burner". Barn Burner. Retrieved January 10, 2024.
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