We’re so excited to announce that we’ll be joining with Stephenshred on our live-streaming platforms!
Hailing from San Jose, CA, Stephenshred grew up immersed in heavy music thanks to his father, a former metal guitarist, who introduced him to the sounds of Pantera and Slayer during their father-son weightlifting sessions. At age 12, he received his first guitar—a BC Rich Warlock—and by eighth grade, he was spending every free moment learning to play, with Slayer’s “Raining Blood” as his first challenge. His early years were spent cutting his teeth in thrash and metal bands like Dread, honing his skills as both lead guitarist and vocalist. After moving to Southern California as a teen, his taste evolved toward deathcore and djent, and he found himself at the center of a thriving local scene, performing with bands like Among The Mindless and Keep What You Kill.
The turning point in his musical journey came in 2015, when he joined deathcore outfit The Human Extinction. What began as an audition quickly evolved into a creative partnership, with Stephenshred contributing songwriting, arrangement, and technical precision that helped shape the band’s evolving sound. Since then, he has earned endorsements from Legator Guitars and Arachnid Cabinets, and remains deeply rooted in the genre that shaped him. Now a trio with guitarist Joshua Lopez and vocalist Ryan Alaniz, The Human Extinction continues to push the boundaries of deathcore with their most focused lineup yet. For Stephenshred, music isn’t just a craft—it’s a lifeline, a love, and a calling.
Join us on our Twitch and YouTube on Wednesday, May 21st as we talk about music, hear some of their music, and play some games!
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