Drowning Pool

Drowning Pool formed in Dallas, Texas, in 1996, with guitarist C.J. Pierce, drummer Mike Luce, and bassist Stevie Benton as its consistent instrumental core. The band initially performed as an instrumental trio until Dave Williams joined as vocalist in 1999. After recording a demo, they gained traction by touring with notable bands like Sevendust, Hed PE, and Kittie. This exposure led to significant radio play for their demos and ultimately secured them a contract with Wind-up Records. Their debut album, “Sinner,” released in 2001, propelled them into mainstream recognition, selling over a million copies and achieving platinum certification within six weeks. The album featured their most recognized song, “Bodies,” which became a staple at various WWE events. The band also performed at Ozzfest in 2001, further solidifying their presence in the rock scene.

The band faced a significant challenge on August 14, 2002, when Dave Williams passed away unexpectedly due to an undiagnosed heart condition. Following this, Jason Jones took over as vocalist in 2003, leading to the release of the album “Desensitized” in 2004. While “Step Up” was a successful single, Jones departed in 2005 due to musical differences. Ryan McCombs then joined Drowning Pool in 2005. His tenure included two albums, “Full Circle” (2007) and the self-titled “Drowning Pool” (2010), marking the first time the band maintained a vocalist for more than one album. McCombs’ departure in 2011 saw Jasen Moreno join in 2012, with whom the band released “Resilience” (2013), “Hellelujah” (2016), and “Strike a Nerve” (2022). A notable turning point occurred in March 2023, when Ryan McCombs rejoined the band, leading to a new chapter with the release of “Revolution (The Final Amen)” in September 2024 and plans for a new album in 2025.