User:Firstroundko108/Vacant throne

Vacant Throne is a power metal band located in Littleton, Colorado.

The idea for Vacant Throne was formulated by songwriter and lead guitarist Josh Mortensen while serving a tour in Iraq with the United States Army in 2008-2009. While deployed, Josh wrote 9 songs intended to be recorded and performed upon his separation from the service and relocation to his hometown Littleton, Colorado.

Josh Mortensen, lead guitarist, was born in 1985 in Bakersfield, California. His father worked in the oil business, moving the family around several times. A few years after his parents divorced, Josh ultimately decided to reside with his mother in Colorado at the age of 15. After graduating high school and attending a semester of college, Josh joined the United States Army Infantry at the age of 21.

Jason Mortensen, vocalist, is the younger brother of Josh. He was born in 1987 in San Luis Obispo, California and has lived in Littleton, Colorado since 2006.

Ryan Burbank, 2nd lead guitarist was born in 1985 in ___city, state___ In 1999, Ryan met Josh through a mutual friend and frequently practiced guitar with him until Josh's enlistment with the Army. Since 2008, Ryan has been the lead guitarist of the band Another Mode of Genius, also located in Littleton.

Jon Deasy, drummer, was born in 198* in __city, state__. He met both Ryan and Josh in 2001 while living in the same neighborhood. Since 2008, John has been the drummer of Another Mode of Genius.

Reggie Handy, bassist, was born in 198* in __city, state__. He met Jason while working with him at a grocery store in Littleton. Since 200*, Reggie has written several hip-hop albums under the name Ghostwolf and played guitar. Reggie stepped up to the challenge as bassist for Vacant Throne while the intended bassist, Ben Rodwell, continues his service in the Army until 2013.