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Crimson Glory was found in Sarasota, Florida in 1982 under the moniker 'Beowulf' with guitarists Jon Drenning and Ben Jackson, bassist Jeff Lords and drummer Dana Burnell. While searching for a singer, the group discovered one in the form of an old school mate of Jeff's - the mystically-named Midnight (John Patrick McDonald). They rehearsed diligently, finding and developing their sound for almost four years before recording their self-titled debut album on Par Records in 1986. This would later be re-issued after signing on with their new label, Roadrunner Records. Tight dual-lead harmonies and soaring vocals would feature prominently on this release, as well as the follow-up, "Transcendence". Wade Black - Vocals (1999-2000, 2007-present) Jon Drenning - Lead Guitar (1982-present) Ben Jackson - Rhythm Guitar (1982-1990, 1999-present) Jeff Lords - Bass (1982-present) Dana Burnell - Drums (1986-1989, 2005-present) [edit] Former members Midnight - Vocals (1986-1991, 2005-2007) Ravi Jakhotia (now known as Ravidrums)- Drums (1991-1992) Steve Wacholz - Drums (1999) Formerly of Savatage. (Although pictured in the "Astronomica" album, he did not play on it, nor did he tour with the band.) Jesse "Martillo" Rojas - Drums (2000) ["Astronomica" touring member], Percussion and Vocals (2006-2007) [touring member] John Zahner - Keyboards (1989) ["Transcendence" touring member, co-writing credit on the song "Lonely".] David Van Landing - Vocals (1991-1992) ["Strange and Beautiful" touring member, replacing Midnight; contributed backing vocals on "Astronomica".]