How did Edguy start?
How did Edguy start?
Edguy was founded in 1992 by 14-year-old students Tobias Sammet, Jens Ludwig, Dominik Storch and Dirk Sauer. The name “Edguy” was an affectionate epithet for their math teacher at the time. In 1994, the band released two demos, Evil Minded and Children of Steel.
What was ededguy’s first album with Nuclear Blast?
Edguy’s first release for Nuclear Blast was the King of Fools EP in 2004. This preceded the Hellfire Club album, released shortly after. The song “Lavatory Love Machine” was also released as a single.
What was Edguy’s first live album?
The Mandrake album also led to the band’s first headlining tour. Three shows were recorded in Europe and were the basis for Edguy’s first live album, Burning Down the Opera – Live. The band’s contract with AFM had expired by this point, which led to them signing with Nuclear Blast in late 2003.
