Formed in 2005, Italian heavy rockers Slowtorch have been setting stages ablaze across Europe with their powerful blend of driving riffs, pounding drums, and roaring vocals. The current lineup, established in 2012, includes Matteo Meloni on vocals, Bruno Bassi on guitars, Karl Sandner on bass, and Fabio Sforza on drums.
Combining elements of Clutch, Black Sabbath, and Corrosion of Conformity, their signature sound has garnered them a dedicated following. Sharing the stage with notable acts like Orange Goblin and Volbeat, they have solidified their presence in the heavy rock scene, performing over 200 shows in Italy, the UK, Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. Their latest album, “The Machine Has Failed,” released through Electric Valley Records, has garnered acclaim for its explosive and high-energy performances, showcasing killer songcraft and a distinctive driving rhythm that sets them apart from their peers. With a fervent live presence and a genuine, catchy blend of fuzzed riffing and stoner blues, Slowtorch continue to raise the roof with their honest and powerful sound.
