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Edge of Paradise is an American heavy gothic metal band that was formed in Los Angeles, California, United States, in 2011. The band currently consists of Margarita Monet (vocals/keys), Dave Bates (guitars), David Ruiz (guitars), Jamie Moreno (drums) and Kenny Lockwood (bass). The band is known for its heavy guitars complemented by industrial and classical influences, as well as Monet's large vocal range. In 2012, Monet was featured in Metalholic’s "Top 25 Women in Hard Rock and Metal." History The band was formed in 2011 after Margarita Monet met guitarist Dave Bates on a freelance project. At the time, Bates was part of a band called "Bleed" with singer Robin McAuley, bassist Tony Franklin, and Gregg Bissonette. Edge of Paradise reworked Bates' unreleased songs[failed verification] and included them in the band's debut album. The debut album, Mask, was released on September 15, 2011 by Melrose Music Studios. It features a rhythm section consisting of Gregg Bissonette on drums and Tony Franklin on bass. Edge of Paradise's second album, Immortal Waltz, was released on May 22, 2015 via Pure Steel Records and Soulfood. The album was produced and mixed by Michael Wagener, the album cover art was created by Timo Wuerz, and the music videos for the singles "In a Dream" and "Rise for the Fallen" premiered via the magazine Revolver. The album was voted album of the week by Revolver's readers. Edge of Paradise's third release, the EP Alive, was released March 10 via ILS/Universal. The six-song EP entered the Billboard charts upon its first week of release, on Billboard's Current Hard Music Albums chart at #58 and Top New Album Artist chart at #94.

Source: Last.fm