KNIGHTS OF THE DAMNED
Los Angeles and Nashville-based Knights Of The Damned forge a heavy, dark and cinematic blend of classic American power metal, melodic heavy metal, and progressive hard rock into a sound driven by towering vocals, crushing riffs, and mythic storytelling unafraid to confront incendiary ideas. Massive riffs swing with authority and precision while soaring melodies and anthemic songwriting deliver unforgettable horns-up battle cries built for the concert stage.
Think Hammerfall meets Nevermore with flashes of Judas Priest — all filtered through the grit, swagger, and fire of a monster power trio.
The band’s debut material was forged during long, thunderous sessions deep inside a hidden recording studio in Silverado Canyon, California — a rugged former mining town that would inspire both the mythology and spirit of the band’s emerging world. Built upon Billy Tsounis’ colossal riffs, Vinny Vinciguerra’s double-fisted rhythmic assault, and Tony Moore’s thunderous rock/blues/fusion bass work, the songs channel rage, resistance, defiance, and unapologetic rock ’n’ roll swagger into something both timeless and dangerously current.
Knights of the Damned swear allegiance to no kings — and take no prisoners.
Knights Of The Damned is Tony Moore, Bass & Vocals, Billy Tsounis, Guitars, and Vinny Vinciguerra, Drums & Percussion
TONY MOORE — Bass, Vocals
Known worldwide as the fire-breathing frontman of legendary Metal pioneers Riot, Tony Moore appeared on multiple classic releases, earning widespread acclaim for his soaring vocal range, dramatic delivery, and lyrical vision. Riot’s landmark album ‘Thundersteel’ is widely regarded as a cornerstone of the speed metal genre, influencing the next generation of Metal artists and paving the way for albums such as Judas Priest’s ‘Painkiller’.
Tony is frequently mentioned in the same breath as Rob Halford and Bruce Dickinson for a vocal style rooted in operatic tradition and fueled by a passion for rock and roll. In addition to his celebrated vocal career, he has remained an in-demand live and session bassist for decades in New York and New Orleans.
BILLY TSOUNIS — Guitar
Southern California-based virtuoso guitarist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and educator Billy Tsounis has built a prolific and stylistically fearless career spanning psychedelic rock, cinematic instrumental music, punk, experimental pop, and progressive hard rock. His recordings have appeared on MTV and CBS, while his acclaimed guitar work has been featured in Guitar Player magazine. Tsounis’ diverse discography includes work with bands such as Fat Nancy and Circus of Power, showcasing both his technical mastery and adventurous musical vision.
VINNY VINCIGUERRA — Drums
Todd “Vinny” Vinciguerra is a powerhouse drummer, author, educator, and acclaimed percussion clinician whose explosive playing combines precision, sophistication, and sheer physical force. A published author for Mel Bay and contributor to Modern Drummer, Drum! Magazine, and Rhythm (UK), Vinciguerra has brought his formidable rhythmic style to numerous high-profile projects, including VHF (Vinciguerra, Hoekstra, Franklin) alongside Joel Hoekstra and Tony Franklin. Their debut album, Very High Frequency, was released worldwide through Golden Robot Records.
