Bravado
Hometown: Long Island, New York
Label: Bartell Records
Bravado, the powerhouse metal band from Long Island, New York, burst onto the scene in 2020 with an unapologetic attitude and a sound as ferocious as their name suggests. Fronted by the gravelly-voiced Max "Mad Dog" O'Malley, who also commands the rhythm guitar, Bravado quickly earned a reputation for their raw energy and rebellious spirit. Lead guitarist Vince "Viper" Johansson's scorching lead guitar, paired with the thunderous basslines of Sam "The Hammer" O'Connor and the relentless beats of drummer Tony "Tank" Svensson, create a sonic assault that is impossible to ignore. Known for their wild antics and penchant for barroom brawls, Bravado lives up to their name, tearing through dive bars and leaving a trail of broken bottles and shattered egos in their wake.
Their music, a testament to their lifestyle, has spawned a deluge of beer-soaked anthems for the rough and ready. Songs like "Raise Your Glass" and "Barroom Brawl" are rallying cries for their fans, celebrating the chaotic camaraderie and knock-down-drag-out antics of the grittiest bars in America. Bravado isn't just a band; they are a living, breathing embodiment of metal's rawest and most rebellious edge, leaving an indelible mark on every stage they storm and every bar they obliterate. With each riff and every scream, they channel the primal energy of their Long Island roots, unleashing a torrent of sonic fury, one drink at a time.