Riddle of Steel

St. Louis, MO’s Riddle of Metal was began by ex-Five Deadly Venoms bassist Jimmy Vavak, who exchanged vocals with guitarist Andrew Elstner. These were became a member of by drummer Ken McCray for 2001’s Burn off EP (on St. Louis indie Ascetic), however when McCray break up with the music group amicably, he was changed with Dave Turncrantz. Turncrantz continued to be behind the package for Python, the band’s full-length Ascetic debut, which made an appearance in summer time 2003. The recording showcased an emo-punk sound punctuated by elaborate guitar work as well as the alternating vocals of Vavak and Elstner.