Dawn of Azazel

Dawn of Azazel is a death metal band from New Zealand. They have played around the world in countries such as U.S., Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Czech Republic, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Austria, Thailand, Indonesia and Australia. In February 2008 it was announced that Martin Cavanagh would be departing the band, shortly after, He was replaced by Jeremy Suckling of Wellington deathcore band Scoria. Dawn of Azazel have finished recording the new album entitled 'Relentless', set to be released on 13 October on Unique Leader Records – The album was recorded at Mana Studios in Florida and was produced by Brian Elliott.

Media coverage
In 2005, it was reported that vocalist Rigel Walshe was a constable in the New Zealand Police, with questions being raised about the contrast between his job as a public servant and the violent lyrics in Dawn of Azazel CDs. No official action was taken as his police work and singing careers were kept separate.

Law of the Strong Lineup – 2001–2004

 * Rigel Walshe – vocals; Bass guitar
 * Joe Bonnett- Guitar
 * Tony Angelov – Guitar
 * Phil Osbourne – drums

Sedition Lineup 2004 – 2008
 * Rigel Walshe – vocals; Bass guitar
 * Joe Bonnett – guitar
 * Martin Cavanagh – drums

Relentless (2009)
 * Rigel Walshe – vocals; Bass guitar
 * Joe Bonnett – guitar
 * Jeremy Suckling – drums

Personnel


 * Brian Elliott – Record Producer

Current lineup

 * Rigel Walshe – vocals; bass
 * Nik Davies - Guitar