Detailierte Künstler Informationen: Ankla

Ankla (correctly: "Ancla" meaning anchor in Spanish) is a metal band from Los Angeles, California.

History

Ankla was formed in 2001 by former Puya guitarist Ramón Ortiz, in his desire to break away from his previous band's nu metal style.[1] The band independently released a self titled 7-track EP in 2002, produced by Stone Sour drummer Roy Mayorga.

On April 8, 2006, it was announced that the band had signed with Bieler Bros. Records.[2] Their debut album Steep Trails was produced by Bob Marlette, and was released on July 25, 2006, selling 400 copies during its first week of release.[3]

On August 19, 2006, bassist Edgar Gonzalez suffered a seizure after the band's set in Mokena, Illinois.[4] The band later parted ways with Gonzalez due to his health concerns. Ortíz later announced that J.P. Soars (formerly of Divine Empire and Malevolent Creation) would take over bass duties full time.[5]

On March 21, 2007, it was confirmed that Ankla were to be part of the 2007 Ozzfest tour as a second stage act.

The band informed on 2008 that their new singer would be Eddie Macias, who had previously worked with Ramón Ortíz in the early stages of Puya.

Members

* Eddie Macias
* Ramón Ortíz
* José "Pepe" Clarke Magaña
* Oscar Santiago
* Tony Castaneda

Former

* Ikaro Stafford Santana (2001-2007) (Vocals on "Steep Trails" album)
* Edgar González (2001-2006) (Recorded the bass tracks on the "Steep Trails" album.)
* Aaron Rossi (2001-2006) (Recorded the drum tracks on the "Steep Trails" album.)
* JP Soars (2006-2007) (Bass Player)

Discography

* Steep Trails (2006)
* Untitled Second Album (2008)

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