Master Charger

Master Charger is a gritty stoner, doom, and sludge metal trio from the Midlands, UK, formed back in 2006. The band features John James on guitar and vocals, along with bassist Dave Hayes and drummer Ste Dudley. They describe their heavy, blues-infused sound as a “Satanic Blues Rumble,” blending classic influences like Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and Motörhead with the raw power of Slayer and Venom. Over the years, Master Charger has built a strong following through relentless live shows and a solid discography that includes albums like *Unity in Black* (2011), *Eroding Empires* (2016), and *Origin of the Lugubrious* (2020). Their latest work, *Posthumous Resurrection* (2025), continues to showcase their dynamic blend of vintage heaviness and modern groove.

Known for delivering riff-heavy, groove-drenched doom rock, Master Charger has shared the stage with key players in the heavy underground scene, including Monolord, Orange Goblin, and Paradise Lost, and played prominent festivals like HRH Doom vs Stoner and Hammerfest XI. The band’s sound is a potent fusion of bluesy rock meets unrelenting doom metal with a dose of sludge’s rawness, making them a standout act for fans craving classic heaviness with a contemporary edge.

Genres

Doom Metal

Stoner Metal

Stoner Rock

Sludge Metal

Psychedelic Rock

Hard Rock

Progressive Metal

Alternative Metal

Blues Rock

Grunge

Heavy Metal

Related Artists

Gojira

Lamb of God

Machine Head

Sepultura

Trivium

Killswitch Engage

Mastodon

System Of A Down

Orange Goblin

Slipknot

Pantera

Black Sabbath

Latest Release

Posthumous Resurrection

Master Charger

Album - 9 Tracks - Released May 2, 2025