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United States Periphery is an American progressive metal band that has consistently pushed boundaries within the genre, earning a Grammy nomination and recognition as pioneers of the 'djent' movement.
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Request A ShowPeriphery partnered with DC-based Vigilante Coffee Company to release a special coffee blend called "Flatline," likely inspired by their song of the same name. Part of the proceeds went to charity.
Periphery partnered with Race Service, a Los Angeles-based cross-media agency focusing on brand experiences and content, to release an AI-enhanced music video for their song "Atropos."
Misha Mansoor, a guitarist for Periphery, partnered with Jackson Guitars for a line of signature guitars, indicating a manufacturing collaboration.
Misha Mansoor had signature 'Juggernaut' pickups released by Bare Knuckle Pickups.
Mark Holcomb had signature 'Alpha/Omega' pickups released by Seymour Duncan.
Jake Bowen had signature 'Titan' pickups released by DiMarzio, and his Ibanez LACS "Titan" was made into a signature guitar.
Misha Mansoor owns the guitar pedal company Horizon Devices.
Misha Mansoor co-owns the software company GetGood Drums alongside Periphery bandmate Matt Halpern and former bandmate Adam "Nolly" Getgood.
Periphery was formed in Washington, D.C., in 2005 by guitarist Misha Mansoor. Mansoor initially built a reputation online through his Soundclick account and various music forums, showcasing his production skills and unique guitar work. The band’s early years saw several lineup changes, with Mansoor initially handling both drums and guitar. By 2009, Matt Halpern joined on drums, and in 2010, Spencer Sotelo became the group’s lead vocalist, solidifying a core lineup. The band released their self-titled debut album in 2010 through Sumerian Records, which debuted at No. 128 on the Billboard Top 200 and No. 2 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. This early success led to extensive touring, supporting notable artists such as DevilDriver and Dream Theater, and established their presence in the progressive metal scene.
Over their career, Periphery has released seven studio albums and two EPs, all self-produced by the band members. Notable releases include “Periphery II: This Time It’s Personal” (2012), the double album “Juggernaut: Alpha” and “Omega” (2015), and “Periphery III: Select Difficulty” (2016). The song “The Price Is Wrong” from their third album earned them a Grammy nomination in the Best Metal Performance category. The band continued to evolve, releasing “Periphery IV: Hail Stan” in 2019 under their own independent label, 3DOT Recordings, a significant step in their career progression. In 2023, they released “Periphery V: Djent Is Not a Genre,” showcasing their continued musical exploration and influence. Their commitment to self-production and continuous innovation has cemented their status as a prominent and influential act in progressive metal.
Beyond their full band work, individual members have engaged in various other projects. Misha Mansoor has a side project, Haunted Shores, with Mark Holcomb and an electronic music project, Four Seconds Ago, with Jake Bowen. Jake Bowen also releases his own electronic music. Spencer Sotelo served as the lead vocalist for post-hardcore band From First to Last and produces solo work under the moniker Endur. Mark Holcomb has lent his voice to video games and co-wrote songs for the band VUUR. Members of Periphery have also composed for video game soundtracks, with Mansoor contributing to “Halo 2: Anniversary” and “Deus Ex: Mankind Divided.” Mansoor also founded the guitar pedal company Horizon Devices and co-owns the software company GetGood Drums. These diverse ventures highlight the band members’ broad skill sets and entrepreneurial spirit within and beyond music.
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