1998 - 2007: "Hell I Feel" is an intelligent and highly talented metal band originally from Russia. With their technical style and unrelenting work ethic they bring a caliber of professionalism that music doesn't often see in today's modern scene.The band was originally formed in Stavropol, Russia where Vlad (guitar), and Mike (drums) worked with conviction to master their skills. After years of struggle they looked to America as the "land of opportunity" for getting their music out and working towards their dream. Settling on the Outer Banks of NC the band found jobs to afford the equipment needed to practice professionally. Then Hell I Feel was completed with three dedicated Americans (who all grew up in Montana together), Alan (bass), Joeman (vocals), and eventually Chris (guitar). After breaking them in - the band started playing shows in their small beach town for a growing audience of die-hard fans. Then they moved to the DC area where they play with passion and take pride in their live show.Mike: ..."Right now we are going through some changes - relocating, looking for musicians and re-recording some of the old stuff. We are sorry to say that but we are back to the roots of Hell I Feel. All "dedicated Americans" decided to take a different life pattern and break their relationships with the band. We are back to the original line-up: Vlad on guitar and me on drums, but it's not going to stop us from being what we are and from doing what we want to do the most - play METAL!". The band currently has 16 original songs and proudly covers songs by Slayer, Children of Bodom, Pantera, In Flames, Metallica, Megadeth, and more. They play these songs note for note and strive to be as professional as their creators and learn from them. Joeman: ..."We're a proud tribe of fun-loving musicians who love an endangered brand of heavy metal. The old school stuff with the solo's and technical riffs, intricate bass lines and the hard hitting drums to pull it all together. I rarely meet another vocalist as blessed/cursed as I am to sing for such a talented band. It's awesome. It demands a lot from us all but I guess it wouldn't be Hell I Feel if we didn't sometimes really feel like we're in hell. Come see us. We want to play for YOU.". Unfortunately, Joeman is not with the band anymore, but everything he wrote up there is truth - we do feel like we are in hell every day and we will share those feelings with you through our music!Beer, Metal and Brutality!February 2008. We are glad to introduce our new guitarist Corey "Stalian" Cole! Previously played with a few of rock and metal bands his last appearance on public was with death-black-metal band "Deathmask". Young but fast, creative, technical and dedicated he is a great addition to the band. Age: 19 Influences: "Dragonforce", "Metallica", "Slayer", "Manowar", "Children Of Bodom. Instruments: "Jackson RR-custom", "ESP Explorer", "Epiphone Zakk Wylde Les Paul Custom". March 2008. Corey didn't last long...
