Primeval Realm

History

Primeval Realm was created by Joe Potash in June of 2009. Potash had always wanted to form a band in which he was the only guitarist, so doom metal seemed to be the best choice. Unfortunately with the lack of musicians into doom in the area, he decided to record a few demos by himself ('Eclipse of the Soul...', 'Doomed from the Beginning' and 'Primeval Realm', all in 2009).

In 2010 the band underwent some lineup changes, having parted ways with vocalist Rich McCoy (Faust, Coffin) and bassist Kayt Vigil (ex-Pentagram, ex-Hounds Of Hasselvander) due to a move out to Los Angeles with Scott "Wino" Weinrich. With the recruitment of Dan Barlekamp on drums and Jon Norberg on bass, the trio was ready to play live. They were asked to open for Helstar on back to back dates and Faith Or Fear in June of 2011. In 2012 the power-trio continued to play shows in the NJ/ PA/ NY area.

2013 saw a new lineup for the band with Mike White on drums, Reed Thomas on bass, and Brian Leahy on keyboards. The band went into the studio to record their debut full length record entitled 'Primordial Light'. Then they inked a three album, five year, worldwide deal with German label Pure Steel Records. On bass, Greg Bacsik and on drums, Steve Sabo soon joined the band for live shows. A music video was filmed for 'Heavy Is This Mind' in January of 2014.

(source: Primeval Realm, February 2014)