Drummer David Kinkade (BORKNAGAR) has joined forces with guitarist Marco Martell (MALEVOLENT CREATION, DIVINE EMPIRE) and vocalist Jarret Roberts of Chicago's KASTASYDE to form MONARCH.

Commented Kinkade: "For the past 10 or so years, I've been putting my personal musical ideas on the backburner in order to commit to other already established bands. I'm quite happy that I made that choice, because as a result, I learned a lot of helpful things, made great friends and had great experiences. I've become a part of one of my favorite bands (BORKNAGAR) and I love it, but all my life I've really wanted the chance to create my own music. So with that, I've been able to apply all the 'what to and what not to do' towards the creation of my own project - MONARCH.

"In early 2010, I sat down with friend and guitarist/producer Johnny Dove and started laying down the collection of riffs I've had in my mind for 10 years or so. It was a lot of hard fucking work, but after nearly 10 months at it, we are ready to release our work to the world.

"I found the people who I feel fit perfectly to be a part of this, including guitarist Marco Martell and vocalist Jarret Roberts.

"As drummer and now a songwriter, I love everything from SLIPKNOT, METALLICA and IRON MAIDEN to RUSH, PINK FLOYD and MUSE! so be sure to check it out."

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