Arma Angelus facts for kids

Arma Angelus was a metalcore band from Chicago. The band started in 1998 and broke up in 2002. Many of its members later joined other well-known bands.

About Arma Angelus

Arma Angelus was a band known for its metalcore and post-hardcore music. They were active for about four years. The band was formed in Chicago, Illinois.

Band Members

The original members of Arma Angelus were:

• Peter Wentz (singer) - He later became the bass guitar player for the famous band Fall Out Boy.
• Tim McIlrath (bass guitar) - He later became the lead singer of the band Rise Against.
• Jay Jancetic (guitar) - He later played guitar for the Chicago band Holy Roman Empire.
• Daniel Binaei (guitar)
• Adam Bishop (guitar) - He later became an English teacher in California.
• Timothy Miller (drums)

Changes in the Band

Over time, some members changed. In 1999, Tim McIlrath left the band to start his new band, Rise Against. Christopher Gutierrez then joined Arma Angelus to play bass guitar.

Later, Joseph Trohman briefly played bass guitar for one tour. He is now a guitar player in Fall Out Boy. Christopher Gutierrez returned to play bass for the rest of that tour, including a show at CBGB's in New York.

The Final Concert

The very last Arma Angelus concert had a special lineup. Patrick Stump played drums, Peter Wentz sang, Joe Trohman and Adam Bishop played guitar, and Christopher Gutierrez played bass.

Music Albums

Arma Angelus released several recordings during their time together. Here are their main albums and EPs:

• Things We Don't Like We Destroy (Compilation) (2002) - Released by Let It Burn Records.
• Where Sleeplessness Is Rest from Nightmares (2001) - Released by Eulogy Records.
• The Grave End of the Shovel EP (2000) - An EP (Extended Play) released by Let It Burn Records.
• The Personal is Political (2000) - This was a demo recording.