Old Iron

Old Iron is a Seattle-based sludge metal trio known for crafting seismic soundscapes that blend doom, hardcore, and industrial textures. Formed in 2010, the band—fronted by vocalist/guitarist Jesse Roberts, with Morgan Coe on bass and Trent Johnson on drums—has become a Pacific Northwest staple for fans of raw, cathartic heaviness. Their music often explores themes of decay, existential dread, and societal collapse, delivered through Roberts’ guttural vocals and the band’s signature tectonic riffage.

Over the past decade, Old Iron has built a reputation through relentless DIY touring and collaborations, including splits like their crushing *Old Iron/Verdun* release. Recent works like *Fractal Storm EP* (2023) and *Lupus Metallorum* (2022) showcase their evolution toward more experimental territories while maintaining their foundation of filth-caked grooves. The band’s live shows remain legendary for their physical intensity, having shared stages with acts like Baptists and Heiress. With releases like *Gravewax* and *Chain of Command* cementing their discography, Old Iron continues to be a force in underground metal’s murkier corners.