Bewized

Bewized is a four-piece groove metal / metalcore band from Thessaloniki, Greece, formed in 2007. The band is currently signed to Noisehead Records and have released one demo EP and two studio albums.

Bewized
Bewized on The Undead Legacy Greek Tour, 2013
Background information
OriginThessaloniki, Greece
GenresGroove metal, Metalcore
Years active2007–present
LabelsNoisehead Records, Casket Music
Websitewww.bewizedofficial.com
Members
  • Paschalis Theotokis
  • Pantazis Theotokis
  • Orestis Georgiadis
  • Akis Tsiantis
Past members
  • Kostis Tatsis
  • Theodoris Papadopoulos
  • Giorgos Gafaridis

History

Formation and demo EP (2007–2008)

Bewized is the brainchild of Paschalis Theotokis where along with his younger brother Pantazis Theotokis, co-founded the band in 2007. Carved Upon Your Bones was the quartet's first attempt to establish their presence in the underground metal community. A self-financed demo EP, that was released in 2008,[1] which drew favorable reviews from the local press.[2] This demo EP was a propitious approach, but only a compelling force for the band to come and settle into existence.

The Scorch of Rage (2009–2011)

In November 2010, Bewized inked a deal with Casket Music[3] (a division of Copro Records, UK) for a worldwide release of The Scorch of Rage made on April 25, 2011. Late 2010 also found them with their first official video directed by Bob Katsionis (Nightrage, Rotting Christ, Suicidal Angels) for the track “Laceration of Innocence”.[4] Numerous sources reproduced their stuff; from video hosts, webzines, TVshows to online radio stations, along with some fervent album reviews from the press, ultimately led Bewized to see a global recognition and exposure.[5][6] In order to promote their album, shows were scheduled but part of them went through on a UK tour[7] booked by their agency, spanning from July 16–31, 2011. Bewized parted ways with drummer Kostis Tatsis; Akis Tsiantis took on the duties behind the drums.[8]

Undead Legacy (2012–2016)

Bewized entered the studio in December 2012 and in less than a month they had finished the recordings of their sophomore album. The CD was recorded at StelthSound / Red House Studios by Stelios "Stelth" Koslidis (Head Cleaner, Human Rejection) and Emmanouil Hermano Tselepis.[9] They gladly announced that the production, mixing and mastering of the album would be fully undertaken by Jon Howard (Threat Signal, Arkaea) at Woodward Avenue Studios in Ontario, Canada but kept guest appearances in silence.

In March 2013, they revealed that Jon Howard from Threat Signal and Björn "Speed" Strid from Soilwork[10] would be featured as guest vocalists on their forthcoming album.[11] Later this year, Bewized signed with Noisehead Records to distribute Undead Legacy, a worldwide release set for October 28, 2013.[12][13] In support of this second album, they set off and extensively Greece from December 7–21, 2013.[14][15] Early 2014 found them supporting German metallers Caliban for a hometown show.[16] They also opened for the American 5-piece powerhouse, Unearth, later the same year [17] and for the Swedish quintet, Adept, in 2015[18].

Their headline touring record was highly enhanced by 2 European runs in the coming years; "The Tempest Across Europe Tour pt.1" visiting 7 countries during February 26th - March 10th, 2015[19] and "The Tempest Across Europe Tour pt.2" visiting 5 countries (Italy, Switzerland, France, Spain and Czech Republic) during April 15th - 24th, 2016[20] and July 23rd, 2016[21].

New album (2017–present)

2017 found Bewized working on their long-awaited, 3rd full-length album.

Musical style

Followers of the New Wave of American Heavy Metal (NWOAHM) vulgarly imprinted by pioneering acts such as Machine Head and Lamb of God, along with metalcore influences from Trivium and Killswitch Engage, Bewized forged their own sound, shaping it into something notably their own.[3] Most of their songs are overwhelmed by hefty groovy riffs mixed with face-melting aggressive breakdowns while at the same time clean-sung choruses add a soothing feeling harmony.

Band members
Timeline

Discography
Studio albums
EPs
  • Carved Upon Your Bones (2008)

References
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  2. Petkanas, Zisis (November 10, 2010). "Bewized interview" (in Greek). Rockoverdose.gr. Archived from the original on March 4, 2014. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  3. "Copro Records – Artist News, Releases, Reviews". Archived from the original on September 30, 2011. Retrieved August 5, 2012.
  4. Musicgoesdown (October 26, 2010). "Bewized – Laceration Of Innocence [New Video]". Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  5. Esteban Egurrola, Jose (May 15, 2012). "BEWIZED - THE SCORCH OF RAGE | ALBUMS, DISCOS" (in Spanish). Metalcry.com. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  6. Roland (May 18, 2012). "Bewized - The Scorch of Rage (2011)" (in Hungarian). Femforgacs.hu. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  7. Arthur, Ty (July 15, 2012). "Bewized Announces U.K. Tour | News". Metalunderground.com. Retrieved August 5, 2012.
  8. "New drummer for Bewized" (in Greek). Rockoverdose.gr. August 24, 2011. Archived from the original on March 4, 2014. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  9. Velasco, Dany (September 3, 2012). "BEWIZED PORTADA Y FECHA DE SU NUEVO DISCO | NOTICIAS" (in Spanish). Metalcry.com. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  10. "BEWIZED: Lyric Video For 'Heart Bled Dry' Featuring SOILWORK Singer | News". Blabbermouth.net. November 2, 2013. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  11. "BEWIZED videclip cu versuri "Heart Bled Dry" | Stiri" (in Romanian). Stagereport.ro. November 2, 2013. Archived from the original on February 27, 2014. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
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  13. Sheila (September 3, 2013). "BEWIZED ink deal with Noiseheadrecords + new album 'Undead Legacy' to be released in October | News". Planetmosh.com. Archived from the original on March 3, 2014. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  14. "Bewized's "Undead Legacy" Greek Tour | News". Metalpaths.com. December 4, 2013. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  15. "BEWIZED: Tour dates announced" (in Greek). Rockhard.gr. Archived from the original on March 5, 2014. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  16. "BEWIZED: Tour Documentary Video Released | News". Metalpaths.com. February 8, 2014. Retrieved March 3, 2014.
  17. "Unearth, Kin Beneath Chorus, Endsight, Bewized, Above Us The Waves, Dagger Of Betrayal" (in Greek). rocking.gr. Retrieved September 25, 2017.
  18. "Adept live in Thessaloniki! + Bewized / In Search of Atlantis / New World Disorder / Circus Veil" (in Greek). musicmash.gr. Retrieved September 25, 2017.
  19. "BEWIZΕD: Aνακοίνωσαν νοτιοανατολική ευρωπαϊκή περιοδεία" (in Greek). metalhammer.gr. Retrieved September 25, 2017.
  20. Karagiannidis, Panagiotis (April 4, 2016). "BEWIZED ANNOUNCE SOUTHWESTERN EUROPEAN TOUR" (in Greek). Metalpaths.com. Retrieved September 25, 2017.
  21. Μπουδούρη, Κατερίνα (November 27, 2015). "BEWIZED: Ανακοίνωσαν τη συμμετοχή τους στο AMF (Τσεχία)!" (in Greek). Feelarocka.com. Retrieved September 25, 2017.
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